High Risk Obstetrics

High risk obstetrical care is provided by the physicians of Women First of Louisville. Examples of medical conditions considered “high risk” during pregnancy include the following:

Heart disease
High blood pressure
Preeclampsia (toxemia)
Diabetes
Kidney disease
Gastrointestinal disease
Severe asthma
Blood clots in the legs or lungs
Lupus

Other pregnancy conditions which may increase the risk of complications include:

Abnormal blood test for genetic disorders
Abnormal fetal ultrasound
Twins
Recurrent preterm labor and delivery
Premature rupture of the membranes
Recurrent pregnancy loss
Fetal growth restriction (low birth weight)
Prior stillbirth

Comprehensive obstetrical ultrasound (Level II ultrasound), amniocentesis and nuchal translucency screening are also conveniently provided in our office. A Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist is available to provide counseling, consultation, co-management and direct care for complicated pregnancies.

Dr. Ann Clark specializes in High Risk Obstetrics, Click here to learn more about Dr. Clark>>

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