Abstract
Ten cases of subarachnoid hemorrhage in association with pregnancy have been analyzed and the literature reviewed in an attempt to determine whether or not future pregnancies should be interdicted, whether or not present pregnancies should be interrupted, and the method of delivery to be used if they are allowed to continue. While there is no uniformity in the literature, these 10 cases were handled fairly uniformly, and certain principles emerge from the analysis. Avoidance of future pregnancies and interruption of early pregnancies, except in cases successfully treated surgically, seem justifiable. After the first trimester the pregnancy may be allowed to continue, but should be delivered electively as soon after 36 weeks as feasible, and by cesarean section, unless successful surgical treatment of the lesion has been carried out.
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