Rate of Pregnancy-Related Relapse in Multiple Sclerosis

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Authors

Christian Confavreux · Hôpital de l'Antiquaille

Michael Hutchinson · St. Vincent's University Hospital

Martine Hours · Hôpital de l'Antiquaille

P Cortinovis-Tourniaire · Hôpital de l'Antiquaille

Thibault Moreau · Hôpital de l'Antiquaille

Abstract

In women with multiple sclerosis, the rate of relapse declines during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester, and increases during the first three months post partum before returning to the prepregnancy rate.

Topics & Keywords

Multiple Sclerosis Research Studies Reproductive System and Pregnancy Pregnancy and Medication Impact

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: New England Journal of Medicine

Volume 339, Issue 5, pp. 285-291

DOI: 10.1056/nejm199807303390501

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