RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Cunningham, Muriel
T1 Risks, Management, and Prevention
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2008
FD SAGE Publications
VO 8
IS 1
SP 16
OP 17
DO 10.1177/155989770800800112
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/8/1/16.abstract
AB The precise relative risk of stroke in pregnancy is not currently known, and the occurrence of stroke has dire consequences for both mother and fetus. According to the 2005 National Health Interview Survey, 253,000 women aged 18–44 years reported that they had been told by a clinician that they had suffered a stroke [Pleis et al. Vital Health Stat 2007]. This article discusses the risk of stroke and its relationship to ovarian hormones throughout the lifespan.