Cardiac obstetric care in Botswana

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چکیده

Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in pregnancy are significant causes of maternal mortality Botswana. Like other developing countries, acquired CVD such as hypertensive disorders, rheumatic heart disease and cardiomyopathy common CVD-related deaths often attributed to failure provide risk-appropriate care. A multidisciplinary team is an essential approach managing improving foetal outcomes. Given that more women with becoming pregnant Botswana, we review the current practice, gaps, potential areas improvement.

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ژورنال

عنوان ژورنال: SA heart

سال: 2022

ISSN: ['1996-6741', '2071-4602']

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24170/19-3-5687