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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Hypercoagulability in pregnancy | |||
| synonyms = Thrombophilia in pregnancy | |||
| field = [[Hematology]], [[Obstetrics]] | |||
| symptoms = Increased risk of [[thrombosis]], [[deep vein thrombosis]], [[pulmonary embolism]] | |||
| complications = [[Venous thromboembolism]], [[miscarriage]], [[preeclampsia]], [[placental abruption]] | |||
| onset = During [[pregnancy]] | |||
| duration = Throughout pregnancy, resolves postpartum | |||
| causes = Physiological changes in pregnancy, [[genetic predisposition]] | |||
| risks = History of thrombosis, [[antiphospholipid syndrome]], [[factor V Leiden]], [[prothrombin gene mutation]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood test]], [[D-dimer]], [[ultrasound]] | |||
| differential = [[Deep vein thrombosis]], [[pulmonary embolism]], [[preeclampsia]] | |||
| prevention = [[Anticoagulation therapy]], [[compression stockings]] | |||
| treatment = [[Low molecular weight heparin]], [[warfarin]] (postpartum) | |||
| frequency = Common in pregnancy | |||
}} | |||
'''Hypercoagulability in pregnancy''' is a physiological response in which the body's [[blood clotting]] process becomes more active during [[pregnancy]]. This is a natural adaptation to prevent excessive bleeding during childbirth, but it can also increase the risk of [[thrombosis]] and [[embolism]], particularly in women with pre-existing [[coagulation disorders]]. | '''Hypercoagulability in pregnancy''' is a physiological response in which the body's [[blood clotting]] process becomes more active during [[pregnancy]]. This is a natural adaptation to prevent excessive bleeding during childbirth, but it can also increase the risk of [[thrombosis]] and [[embolism]], particularly in women with pre-existing [[coagulation disorders]]. | ||
==Physiology== | ==Physiology== | ||
During pregnancy, the body undergoes several changes to prepare for the potential blood loss during [[childbirth]]. One of these changes is an increase in the production of [[clotting factors]], proteins in the blood that help to form clots. This results in a state of hypercoagulability, where the blood is more prone to clotting than usual. | During pregnancy, the body undergoes several changes to prepare for the potential blood loss during [[childbirth]]. One of these changes is an increase in the production of [[clotting factors]], proteins in the blood that help to form clots. This results in a state of hypercoagulability, where the blood is more prone to clotting than usual. | ||
==Risks== | ==Risks== | ||
While hypercoagulability is a normal part of pregnancy, it can also increase the risk of developing blood clots. This is particularly true for women with pre-existing coagulation disorders, such as [[Factor V Leiden]] or [[Prothrombin G20210A]]. These women are at a higher risk of developing [[deep vein thrombosis]] (DVT) or [[pulmonary embolism]] (PE) during pregnancy. | While hypercoagulability is a normal part of pregnancy, it can also increase the risk of developing blood clots. This is particularly true for women with pre-existing coagulation disorders, such as [[Factor V Leiden]] or [[Prothrombin G20210A]]. These women are at a higher risk of developing [[deep vein thrombosis]] (DVT) or [[pulmonary embolism]] (PE) during pregnancy. | ||
==Management== | ==Management== | ||
Management of hypercoagulability in pregnancy involves a balance between reducing the risk of thrombosis and avoiding excessive bleeding. This may involve the use of [[anticoagulant]] medications, such as [[heparin]] or [[warfarin]], under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Regular monitoring of blood clotting times and adjustment of medication doses may also be necessary. | Management of hypercoagulability in pregnancy involves a balance between reducing the risk of thrombosis and avoiding excessive bleeding. This may involve the use of [[anticoagulant]] medications, such as [[heparin]] or [[warfarin]], under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Regular monitoring of blood clotting times and adjustment of medication doses may also be necessary. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Thrombophilia]] | * [[Thrombophilia]] | ||
* [[Pregnancy complications]] | * [[Pregnancy complications]] | ||
* [[Hemostasis]] | * [[Hemostasis]] | ||
[[Category:Obstetrics]] | [[Category:Obstetrics]] | ||
[[Category:Hematology]] | [[Category:Hematology]] | ||
[[Category:Coagulopathies]] | [[Category:Coagulopathies]] | ||
{{Medicine-stub}} | {{Medicine-stub}} | ||
Latest revision as of 23:51, 3 April 2025
| Hypercoagulability in pregnancy | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Thrombophilia in pregnancy |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Increased risk of thrombosis, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism |
| Complications | Venous thromboembolism, miscarriage, preeclampsia, placental abruption |
| Onset | During pregnancy |
| Duration | Throughout pregnancy, resolves postpartum |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Physiological changes in pregnancy, genetic predisposition |
| Risks | History of thrombosis, antiphospholipid syndrome, factor V Leiden, prothrombin gene mutation |
| Diagnosis | Blood test, D-dimer, ultrasound |
| Differential diagnosis | Deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, preeclampsia |
| Prevention | Anticoagulation therapy, compression stockings |
| Treatment | Low molecular weight heparin, warfarin (postpartum) |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in pregnancy |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hypercoagulability in pregnancy is a physiological response in which the body's blood clotting process becomes more active during pregnancy. This is a natural adaptation to prevent excessive bleeding during childbirth, but it can also increase the risk of thrombosis and embolism, particularly in women with pre-existing coagulation disorders.
Physiology[edit]
During pregnancy, the body undergoes several changes to prepare for the potential blood loss during childbirth. One of these changes is an increase in the production of clotting factors, proteins in the blood that help to form clots. This results in a state of hypercoagulability, where the blood is more prone to clotting than usual.
Risks[edit]
While hypercoagulability is a normal part of pregnancy, it can also increase the risk of developing blood clots. This is particularly true for women with pre-existing coagulation disorders, such as Factor V Leiden or Prothrombin G20210A. These women are at a higher risk of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE) during pregnancy.
Management[edit]
Management of hypercoagulability in pregnancy involves a balance between reducing the risk of thrombosis and avoiding excessive bleeding. This may involve the use of anticoagulant medications, such as heparin or warfarin, under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Regular monitoring of blood clotting times and adjustment of medication doses may also be necessary.
See also[edit]
