Mediation of Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes in Autoimmune Conditions by Pregnancy Complications: A Mediation Analysis of Autoimmune Conditions and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes.

Gretchen Bandoli Namrata SinghJennifer StrouseRebecca J BaerBrittney M DonovanSky K FeuerNichole NideyKelli K RyckmanLaura L Jelliffe-PawlowskiChristina D Chambers

Published in: Arthritis care & research (2020)

We found evidence that some excess risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes is mediated through pregnancy complications, particularly preeclampsia/hypertension. Quantifying excess risk and associated pathways provides insight into the underlying etiologies of adverse pregnancy outcomes and can inform intervention strategies.

Keyphrases

pregnancy outcomes
pregnant women
multiple sclerosis
blood pressure
randomized controlled trial
risk factors
adverse drug
social support
emergency department
drug induced