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December 8, 2025Blood

Cardiopulmonary complications during pregnancy as a risk factor for cesarean delivery in a two center, sickle cell disease pregnancy cohort

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RARia AroraALAmy LuoJSJayla Scott

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Observational analysis revealed cardiopulmonary complications raise cesarean delivery risk in sickle cell disease pregnancies, suggesting need for preventative measures.

Key Points

  • Emergent cesarean delivery is associated with increased risk of fetal resuscitation and NICU admission, emphasizing adverse birth outcomes.
  • Among 198 singleton pregnancies, 45% resulted in cesarean deliveries, highlighting significant surgical intervention.
  • Cardiopulmonary complications, particularly acute chest syndrome, significantly influence cesarean delivery decisions during labor.
  • Identifying and managing complications during pregnancy may reduce cesarean rates for patients with sickle cell disease.

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Arora et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69362f514fa91c937236d98chttps://doi.org/10.1182/blood-2025-2945
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