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Complications of Pregnancy

Treatment Options

Depending on the individual situation, major complications of pregnancy may need to be treated with:

A cesarean, forceps, or vacuum delivery
A longer hospital stay
A blood transfusion.

In rare cases, permanent disability, or even death of the mother or child, may occur.

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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

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