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Sheehan's syndrome primary prevention

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Iqra Qamar M.D.[2].

Overview

Overview

Effective measures for the primary prevention of Sheehan’s syndrome are including improved obstetrical care and perinatal monitoring, prevention of pregnancy related complications, maternal awareness about Sheehan’s syndrome and risk factors causing it, and post-puerperal follow up.

Primary Prevention

Primary Prevention

  • Effective measures for the primary prevention of Sheehan’s syndrome are including:
    • Improved obstetrical care and perinatal monitoring
    • Prevention of pregnancy related complications
    • Maternal awareness about Sheehan’s syndrome and its risk factors
    • Post-puerperal follow up
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