Publications by authors named "D Mokgoko"
Article Synopsis
- The article examines the risks associated with non-cirrhotic portal hypertension during pregnancy, highlighting potentially severe complications like bleeding and infections.
- The physiological changes of pregnancy can exacerbate existing portal hypertension, complicating the health of both the mother and fetus.
- The authors present four case studies from a low to middle-income context and explore existing research on managing this condition in pregnant women.
Pregnancy in kidney and liver transplant recipients presents unique challenges and risks for both maternal and fetal health. This article examines the management of pregnancy in kidney and liver transplant recipients, focusing on pre-pregnancy counselling, trimester-specific care, the teratogenic effects of immunosuppressive drugs, and the role of the multidisciplinary team. While South African (SA) data on this topic are limited, the Transplant Pregnancy Registry International has provided valuable insights.
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