title: Preconceptional planning.
abstract: Preconceptional counseling has become an important part of obstetrical care. The concept of preconceptional planning is discussed in detail, with an emphasis on particular high-risk groups. The role of genetics and fetal diagnosis is also examined.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan.
authors.forename: T B
authors.initials: TB
authors.lastname: Jones
authors.forename: M P
authors.initials: MP
authors.lastname: Johnson
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Drugan
authors.forename: M I
authors.initials: MI
authors.lastname: Evans
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D005306:Fertilization; D005817:Genetic Counseling; D030342:Genetic Diseases, Inborn / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D012307:Risk Factors