Maternal and Fetal Effects from Substance Use

• Autores: William F. Rayburn
• Localización: Clinics in Perinatology, ISSN 0095-5108, Vol. 34, Nº. 4, 2007 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Update in fetal medicine / coord. por William F. Rayburn), págs. 559-571
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • This article discusses a variety of issues related to pregnancies complicated by substance use. Drug use is most prevalent in the reproductive age population. Even though a reduction in substance use may occur during pregnancy, some women may not alter their drug use patterns until pregnancy is diagnosed. For these reasons, a large number of fetuses are exposed to illicit substances in utero. Care of substance-using pregnant women is complex, difficult, and often demanding. Providers must be aware of their unique psychologic and social needs, and the related legal and ethical ramifications surrounding pregnancy.