Published with the inputs from Dr Winny Vijayan, Gynaecologist & Obstetrician, Baby Memorial Hospitals- Kozhikode
A high-risk pregnancy is one where the mother, baby, or both are at greater risk of complications before, during, or after delivery. Specialized care, closer monitoring, and timely interventions are essential to ensure the best possible outcome. With proper management, most high-risk pregnancies result in healthy mothers and babies.
A pregnancy is considered high-risk when conditions increase the chance of health problems for the mother or baby. This may require extra care, frequent monitoring, or delivery in a specialized hospital.
High-risk pregnancies may occur due to:
Doctors identify high-risk pregnancies through:
Management depends on the condition but may include:
Yes, many women with high-risk pregnancies can have a normal vaginal delivery if closely monitored. However, some conditions may require a planned cesarean section for the safety of mother and baby. The decision depends on medical assessment near delivery.
If you are experiencing a high-risk pregnancy, the Obstetrics & Gynecology Team at Baby Memorial Hospital (BMH) provides expert care with advanced fetal monitoring, maternal medicine specialists, and round-the-clock neonatal support to ensure the safety of both mother and baby.
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