Patient-centered pregnancy planning in multiple sclerosis: evidence for a new era

Arq Neuropsiquiatr. 2024 Oct;82(10):1-11. doi: 10.1055/s-0044-1791202. Epub 2024 Oct 2.

Abstract

A few decades ago, women diagnosed with multiple sclerosis were discouraged from becoming pregnant. However, with new knowledge about the disease and treatments, this recommendation has changed, and it is pregnancy after the diagnosis of the disease is no longer contraindicated, with family planning being essential in this process. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the family planning process for people with multiple sclerosis.

Até recentemente, a gravidez nas pacientes com o diagnóstico de esclerose múltipla era contraindicada. O avanço no conhecimento sobre a doença e os tratamentos alterou essa recomendação, e agora a gravidez após o diagnóstico da doença não é mais contraindicada; contudo, o planeamento familiar é essencial nesse processo. Esta revisão tem como objetivo fornecer uma visão abrangente do processo de planejamento familiar para pacientes com esclerose múltipla.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Family Planning Services*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Multiple Sclerosis* / diagnostic imaging
  • Patient-Centered Care
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications* / therapy