Maternal Safety

Maternal Safety

Pregnant women will receive anesthesia for various surgical indications during their pregnancy. The purpose of this surgery may be (1) to prolong gestation, (2) unrelated to the pregnancy, or (3) to correct fetal anomalies.

Hence, an appreciation of the effects of different anaesthetic drugs and techniques in such situations is essential in the care of these women. Ideal anesthetic consideration for these women should include maternal safety, fetal well-being, and continuation of pregnancy.

A thorough knowledge of physiological changes during pregnancy is very important. This has been discussed in session 1.