Specialities


For many women, pregnancy is a time of unparalleled joy and expectation. But for others, especially those with chronic medical conditions or who are expecting multiples, pregnancy can be a time of intense fear and uncertainty. In those instances, both mother and child need specialized care to ensure good health.

Some five to ten percent of pregnancies are termed "high risk." A pregnancy is "high risk" or "complicated" when the life or health of the mother or baby may be at risk. . When babies are born preterm, they have a higher risk for serious health problems.

Families can cope more successfully with a high-risk pregnancy with appropriate medical intervention, education, and a strong support system. In fact, many risk factors can be identified even before conception occurs.

Common Risk Factors

Advanced Maternal Age
Chronic medical conditions, such as lupus, cancer, diabetes , high blood pressure or arthritis

Systemic complications in pregnancy
Heart disease
Renal disease
Respiratory disorders
Hepatobiliary dysfunction
Haematological problems
Family history of mental retardation or birth defects
Women who have experienced miscarriages, pre-term deliveries, stillbirths, or neonatal deaths