1
|
Tan J, Liu C, Yang M, Xiong Y, Huang S, Qi Y, Chen M, Thabane L, Liu X, He L, Sun X. Investigation of statistical methods used in prognostic prediction models for obstetric care: A 10 year-span cross-sectional study. Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand 2024; 103:611-620. [PMID: 38140844 PMCID: PMC10867372 DOI: 10.1111/aogs.14757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2023] [Revised: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Obstetric care is a highly active area in the development and application of prognostic prediction models. The development and validation of these models often require the utilization of advanced statistical techniques. However, failure to adhere to rigorous methodological standards could greatly undermine the reliability and trustworthiness of the resultant models. Consequently, the aim of our study was to examine the current statistical practices employed in obstetric care and offer recommendations to enhance the utilization of statistical methods in the development of prognostic prediction models. MATERIAL AND METHODS We conducted a cross-sectional survey using a sample of studies developing or validating prognostic prediction models for obstetric care published in a 10-year span (2011-2020). A structured questionnaire was developed to investigate the statistical issues in five domains, including model derivation (predictor selection and algorithm development), model validation (internal and external), model performance, model presentation, and risk threshold setting. On the ground of survey results and existing guidelines, a list of recommendations for statistical methods in prognostic models was developed. RESULTS A total of 112 eligible studies were included, with 107 reporting model development and five exclusively reporting external validation. During model development, 58.9% of the studies did not include any form of validation. Of these, 46.4% used stepwise regression in a crude manner for predictor selection, while two-thirds made decisions on retaining or dropping candidate predictors solely based on p-values. Additionally, 26.2% transformed continuous predictors into categorical variables, and 80.4% did not consider nonlinear relationships between predictors and outcomes. Surprisingly, 94.4% of the studies did not examine the correlation between predictors. Moreover, 47.1% of the studies did not compare population characteristics between the development and external validation datasets, and only one-fifth evaluated both discrimination and calibration. Furthermore, 53.6% of the studies did not clearly present the model, and less than half established a risk threshold to define risk categories. In light of these findings, 10 recommendations were formulated to promote the appropriate use of statistical methods. CONCLUSIONS The use of statistical methods is not yet optimal. Ten recommendations were offered to assist the statistical methods of prognostic prediction models in obstetric care.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jing Tan
- Chinese Evidence‐based Medicine Center, West China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengduSichuanChina
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Real World Data Research and Evaluation in HainanChengduSichuanChina
- Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and ImpactMcMaster UniversityHamiltonOntarioCanada
- Biostatistics UnitSt Joseph's Healthcare—HamiltonHamiltonOntarioCanada
| | - Chunrong Liu
- Chinese Evidence‐based Medicine Center, West China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengduSichuanChina
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Real World Data Research and Evaluation in HainanChengduSichuanChina
| | - Min Yang
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, West China School of Public HealthSichuan UniversityChengduChina
- Faculty of Health, Design and ArtSwinburne Technology UniversityMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
| | - Yiquan Xiong
- Chinese Evidence‐based Medicine Center, West China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengduSichuanChina
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Real World Data Research and Evaluation in HainanChengduSichuanChina
| | - Shiyao Huang
- Chinese Evidence‐based Medicine Center, West China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengduSichuanChina
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Real World Data Research and Evaluation in HainanChengduSichuanChina
| | - Yana Qi
- Chinese Evidence‐based Medicine Center, West China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengduSichuanChina
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Real World Data Research and Evaluation in HainanChengduSichuanChina
| | - Meng Chen
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children (Sichuan University), Ministry of Education, West China Second University HospitalSichuan UniversityChengduSichuanChina
| | - Lehana Thabane
- Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and ImpactMcMaster UniversityHamiltonOntarioCanada
- Biostatistics UnitSt Joseph's Healthcare—HamiltonHamiltonOntarioCanada
| | - Xinghui Liu
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children (Sichuan University), Ministry of Education, West China Second University HospitalSichuan UniversityChengduSichuanChina
| | - Lin He
- The Intelligence Library Center, Ministry of Science and Technology, Chinese Evidence‐Based Medicine Center, West China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengduSichuanChina
| | - Xin Sun
- Chinese Evidence‐based Medicine Center, West China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengduSichuanChina
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Real World Data Research and Evaluation in HainanChengduSichuanChina
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Fierro JJ, Prins JR, Verstappen GM, Bootsma H, Westra J, de Leeuw K. Preconception clinical factors related to adverse pregnancy outcomes in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus or primary Sjögren's syndrome: a retrospective cohort study. RMD Open 2023; 9:e003439. [PMID: 37652559 PMCID: PMC10476138 DOI: 10.1136/rmdopen-2023-003439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2023] [Accepted: 08/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/02/2023] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE To identify preconception clinical factors associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes (APO) in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or primary Sjögren's syndrome (pSS). METHODS A single-centre, retrospective cohort study was conducted, which included pregnant women treated at the University Medical Center Groningen between January 2010 and August 2021 who fulfilled classification criteria for SLE or pSS. Demographic data, relevant comorbidities, disease duration, disease activity before and during pregnancy, APO, laboratory parameters and treatment regimens were recorded. Associations between the presence of APO and preconception characteristics were evaluated. RESULTS Our study population included 48 (70%) SLE and 21 (30%) pSS pregnancies concerning 70 fetuses (one twin). Preterm birth (n=9, 19%) was the most frequent APO in SLE pregnancies, while in pSS pregnancies this was miscarriages (n=3, 14%). There were no associations between the presence of APO in SLE pregnancies and clinical parameters, laboratory parameters or medication use prior to conception. In the pSS group, significant associations were found between the presence of APO and body mass index (p=0.010), parity (p=0.046), C4 (p=0.021) and low C4 levels (p=0.002). CONCLUSIONS No preconception risk factors related to APO were found in SLE pregnancies, whereas preconception complement levels were associated with APO development in patients with pSS.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Juan J Fierro
- Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
- Microbiología y Parasitología, Grupo Reproduccion, Universidad de Antioquia UdeA, Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia
| | - Jelmer R Prins
- Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - Gwenny M Verstappen
- Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - Hendrika Bootsma
- Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - Johanna Westra
- Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
| | - Karina de Leeuw
- Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Abstract
Congenital complete heart block (CCHB) defines atrioventricular conduction abnormalities diagnosed in utero or within the first 27 days of life. Maternal autoimmune disease and congenital heart defects are most commonly responsible. Recent genetic discoveries have highlighted our understanding of the underlying mechanism. Hydroxychloroquine shows promise in preventing autoimmune CCHB. Patients may develop symptomatic bradycardia and cardiomyopathy. The presence of these and other specific findings warrants placement of a permanent pacemaker to relieve symptoms and prevent catastrophic events. The mechanisms, natural history, evaluation, and treatment of patients with or at risk for CCHB are reviewed.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Leonard Steinberg
- Pediatric Cardiology, Children's Heart Center, Ascension St. Vincent, 8333 Naab Rd, Ste 320, Indianapolis, IN 46260, USA.
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Shen G, Swaminathan M, Huang I, Louden D, Feterman D, Tahir MW, Singh N. Racial disparities in pregnancy outcomes among women with rheumatic diseases: A systematic literature review. Semin Arthritis Rheum 2023; 60:152193. [PMID: 36966601 PMCID: PMC10148907 DOI: 10.1016/j.semarthrit.2023.152193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2023] [Accepted: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE There is a limited understanding of racial disparities in adverse pregnancy outcomes (APO) among women with rheumatic diseases. The aim of our study was to conduct a systematic literature review to evaluate the impact of race on APO in women with rheumatic diseases. METHODS Databases were searched to find reports of APO stratified by race among women with rheumatic diseases. The initial searches were conducted in July 2020 and updated in March 2021. Of the final included articles, the full text was reviewed, and data was extracted from each study using a standard data abstraction form. RESULTS Ten studies with a total of 39,720 patients met our eligibility criteria. There was a greater propensity for APO in racial minorities with rheumatic diseases compared to their White counterparts. Among women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), Black women had the highest odds of APOs, particularly those with a concomitant diagnosis of antiphospholipid syndrome. Pooled meta-analysis could not be done due to multiple factors, including heterogeneity between studies. CONCLUSION Racial minorities with rheumatic diseases are more prone to APO compared to their White counterparts. One limitation is the lack of standardized criteria for APO, which prohibited direct comparison between studies. There is also a paucity of data looking at APOs among women with rheumatic diseases other than SLE. Further research is needed to explore the drivers of these racial disparities to guide targeted solutions for those in the greatest need.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Gloria Shen
- University of Washington, Seattle, WA, United States
| | - Maya Swaminathan
- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, United States
| | - Irvin Huang
- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, United States
| | - Diana Louden
- University Libraries, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, United States
| | - Dominique Feterman
- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, United States
| | - Muhammad Waqas Tahir
- Department of Hospital Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, United States
| | - Namrata Singh
- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, United States.
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Barnado A, Hubbard J, Green S, Camai A, Wheless L, Osmundson S. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Delivery Outcomes Are Unchanged Across Three Decades. ACR Open Rheumatol 2022; 4:711-720. [PMID: 35670028 PMCID: PMC9374054 DOI: 10.1002/acr2.11447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Revised: 03/08/2022] [Accepted: 04/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
Abstract
Objective Using a large, de‐identified electronic health record database with over 3.2 million patients, we aimed to identify trends of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) medication use during pregnancy and birth outcomes from 1989 to 2020. Methods Using a previously validated algorithm for SLE deliveries, we identified 255 pregnancies in patients with SLE and 604 pregnancies in controls with no known autoimmune diseases. We examined demographics, medications, SLE comorbidities, and maternal and fetal outcomes in SLE and control deliveries. Results Compared with control deliveries, SLE deliveries were more likely to be complicated by preterm delivery (odds ratio [OR]: 6.71; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 4.31‐10.55; P < 0.001) and preeclampsia (OR: 3.22; 95% CI: 1.83‐5.66; P < 0.001) after adjusting for age at delivery, race, and parity. In a longitudinal analysis, medication use during SLE pregnancies remained relatively stable, with some increased use of hydroxychloroquine over time but no increase in aspirin use. For SLE deliveries, preterm delivery and preeclampsia rates remained stable. Conclusion We observed rates of preeclampsia and preterm delivery in SLE that were five times higher than the general population and higher compared with other prospective SLE cohorts. Furthermore, we did not observe improved outcomes over time with preeclampsia and preterm delivery. Despite increasing evidence for universal use of hydroxychloroquine and aspirin, we did not observe substantially higher use of these medications over time, particularly for aspirin. Our results demonstrate the continued need to prioritize educational and implementation efforts to improve adverse pregnancy outcomes in SLE.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- April Barnado
- Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashvilleTennessee
| | - Janie Hubbard
- Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashvilleTennessee
| | - Sarah Green
- Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashvilleTennessee
| | - Alex Camai
- Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashvilleTennessee
| | - Lee Wheless
- Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashvilleTennessee
| | | |
Collapse
|
6
|
Wang X, Li J, Liang Q, Ni X, Zhao R, Fu T, Ji J, Li L, Gu Z, Dong C. Reproductive concerns and contributing factors in women of childbearing age with systemic lupus erythematosus. Clin Rheumatol 2022; 41:2383-2391. [PMID: 35386049 DOI: 10.1007/s10067-022-06156-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2022] [Revised: 03/21/2022] [Accepted: 03/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES Reproductive concerns are common in women of childbearing age with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) with inadequate disclosure. This study aimed to investigate the contributing factors of reproductive concerns and to evaluate their impact on health-related quality of life. METHODS One hundred eighty women of childbearing age with SLE were enrolled in this cross-sectional study in Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University from March 2021 to December 2021. A series of questionnaires were conducted: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Disease Activity Index (SLEDAI), the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), the Multidimensional Fatigue Inventory (MFI-20), Female Sexual Distress Scale-Revised (FSDS-R), Family Assessment Device (APGAR), the Medical Coping Modes Questionnaire (MCMQ), the Short-Form 36 (SF-36), and the Chinese version of Reproductive Concerns After Cancer (RCAC). Independent t test, one-way ANOVA, Mann-Whitney U test, Pearson/Spearman, and multiple linear stepwise regression were used to analyze the data. RESULTS The results indicated that female SLE patients were more concerned about the child's health and personal health than becoming pregnant, fertility potential, partner disclose and acceptance; SLE patients with the characteristics of living in rural residence, having no reproductive history, fearing unexpected pregnancy, sexual distress, and depression showed more serious fertility concerns. Meanwhile, most female SLE patients adopted active confrontation when facing reproductive concerns, and these patients were significantly lower in the dimension score of mental related quality of life. CONCLUSIONS Our study demonstrated that female SLE patients should be paid more attention to their fertility concerns and effective intervention measures should be carried out to relieve their reproductive concerns, so as to improve their long-term quality of life if their disease condition permits.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Xingxin Wang
- Department of Rheumatology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, People's Republic of China
- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, 215004, People's Republic of China
| | - Jingjing Li
- Department of Emergency, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, People's Republic of China
| | - Qian Liang
- Department of Rheumatology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, People's Republic of China
| | - Xiaowei Ni
- Department of Rheumatology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, People's Republic of China
| | - Rui Zhao
- Research Center of Clinical Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, People's Republic of China
| | - Ting Fu
- Research Center of Clinical Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, People's Republic of China
| | - Juan Ji
- Department of Rheumatology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, People's Republic of China
| | - Liren Li
- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, People's Republic of China
| | - Zhifeng Gu
- Department of Rheumatology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, People's Republic of China.
| | - Chen Dong
- Department of Rheumatology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, People's Republic of China.
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Abstract
Congenital complete heart block (CCHB) defines atrioventricular conduction abnormalities diagnosed in utero or within the first 27 days of life. Maternal autoimmune disease and congenital heart defects are most commonly responsible. Recent genetic discoveries have highlighted our understanding of the underlying mechanism. Hydroxychloroquine shows promise in preventing autoimmune CCHB. Patients may develop symptomatic bradycardia and cardiomyopathy. The presence of these and other specific findings warrants placement of a permanent pacemaker to relieve symptoms and prevent catastrophic events. The mechanisms, natural history, evaluation, and treatment of patients with or at risk for CCHB are reviewed.
Collapse
|
8
|
Lacerda MI, de Jesús GRR, Dos Santos FC, de Jesús NR, Levy RA, Klumb EM. The SLICC/ACR Damage Index (SDI) may predict adverse obstetric events in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus. Lupus 2021; 30:1966-1972. [PMID: 34530654 DOI: 10.1177/09612033211045061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to evaluate the potential impact of irreversible damage accrual in women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and adverse maternal and/or fetal/neonatal outcomes. METHODS Retrospective cohort study with SLE pregnant patients was carried out from January 2011 to January 2020 at the Hospital University Pedro Ernesto (HUPE) of the State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Irreversible damage was defined according to SLICC/ACR damage index (SDI). The association of SDI on pregnancy outcomes was established by univariate and multivariate regression models and included demographic and clinical variables. RESULTS This study included data from 260 patients in their first pregnancies after SLE diagnosis, with a quarter of them (67/260) scoring one or more points on SDI at the beginning of prenatal care. These patients presented more frequently adverse maternal events, namely, disease activity during pregnancy (p = 0.004) and puerperium (p = 0.001), active lupus nephritis (p = 0.04), and hospitalizations (p = 0.004), than those with no SDI score. Similarly, the risks of adverse fetal and neonatal outcomes were also higher among the patients with SDI ≥ 1 (59.7% vs 38.3% p = 0.001) even after controlling data for disease activity (SLEPDAI > 4). Patients with SDI ≥ 1 presented more frequently preterm deliveries (46.3% vs 31.6%; p = 0.01), small for gestational age infants (28.3% vs 18.1%; p = 0.04), and neonatal intensive care unit admission (26.9% vs 1.5%; p < 0.001). The multivariate analyses showed that SDI ≥ 1 is an independent risk factor for hospitalization due to obstetric complications (p = 0.0008) and preterm delivery (p = 0.009). CONCLUSION Pregnant SLE patients who present irreversible damage accrual may have higher risk of maternal and fetal adverse outcomes, independently of disease activity. These results should be validated in further prospective studies.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Guilherme Ribeiro Ramires de Jesús
- 28130Departments of Obstetrics and Rheumatology of the State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.,Department of Obstetrics, Instituto Fernandes Figueira - FIOCRUZ, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
| | - Flávia Cunha Dos Santos
- 28130Departments of Obstetrics and Rheumatology of the State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
| | - Nilson Ramires de Jesús
- 28130Departments of Obstetrics and Rheumatology of the State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
| | | | - Evandro Mendes Klumb
- Rheumatology, 199987Hospital Universitario Pedro Ernesto, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Pereira MM, Torrado J, Sosa C, Zócalo Y, Bia D. Shedding light on the pathophysiology of preeclampsia-syndrome in the era of Cardio-Obstetrics: Role of inflammation and endothelial dysfunction. Curr Hypertens Rev 2021; 18:17-33. [DOI: 10.2174/1573402117666210218105951] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2020] [Revised: 01/02/2021] [Accepted: 01/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
:
Preeclampsia (PE) is a worldwide pregnancy complication with serious maternal and neonatal consequences. Our understanding of PE pathophysiology has significantly evolved over the last decades by recognizing that endothelial dysfunction and systemic inflammation, with an associated angiogenic imbalance, are key pieces of this still incomplete puzzle. In the present era, where no single treatment to cure or treat this obstetric condition has been developed so far, PE prevention and early prediction poses the most useful clinical approach to reduce the PE burden. Although most PE episodes occur in healthy nulliparous women, the identification of specific clinical conditions that increase dramatically the risk of PE provides a critical opportunity to improve outcomes by acting on potential reversible factors, and also contribute to better understand this pathophysiologic enigma. In this review, we highlight major clinical contributors of PE and shed light about their potential link with endothelial dysfunction and inflammation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- María M. Pereira
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, United States
| | - Juan Torrado
- Department of Internal Medicine, Jacobi Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY, United States
| | - Claudio Sosa
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology “C”, Pereira-Rossell Hospital, School of Medicine, Republic University, Montevideo, Uruguay
| | - Yanina Zócalo
- Centro Universitario de Investigación, Innovación y Diagnóstico Arterial, Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Republic University, Montevideo, Uruguay
| | - Daniel Bia
- Centro Universitario de Investigación, Innovación y Diagnóstico Arterial, Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Republic University, Montevideo, Uruguay
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Kim JW, Jung JY, Kim HA, Yang JI, Kwak DW, Suh CH. Lupus Low Disease Activity State Achievement Is Important for Reducing Adverse Outcomes in Pregnant Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. J Rheumatol 2020; 48:707-716. [PMID: 33060317 DOI: 10.3899/jrheum.200802] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE This study aimed to examine the frequency and risk factors of complications during pregnancy in women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). METHODS The medical records of patients with SLE and age-matched controls at Ajou University Hospital were collected. Clinical features and pregnancy complications in women with SLE were compared to those of the controls. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was performed to determine the predictors of adverse maternal and fetal outcomes. RESULTS We analyzed 163 pregnancies in patients with SLE and 596 pregnancies in the general population; no significant differences regarding demographic characteristics were noted. Patients with SLE experienced a higher rate of stillbirth (OR 13.2), preeclampsia (OR 4.3), preterm delivery (OR 2.8), intrauterine growth retardation (OR 2.5), admission to neonatal intensive care unit (OR 2.2), and emergency cesarean section (OR 1.9) than the control group. Multivariate regression analysis revealed that thrombocytopenia, low complement, high proteinuria, high SLE Disease Activity Index (SLEDAI), low Lupus Low Disease Activity State (LLDAS) achievement rate, and high corticosteroid (CS) dose were associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes. In the receiver-operating characteristic curve analysis, the optimal cutoff value for the cumulative and mean CS doses were 3500 mg and 6 mg, respectively. CONCLUSION Pregnant women with SLE have a higher risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. Pregnancies are recommended to be delayed until achieving LLDAS and should be closely monitored with the lowest possible dose of CS.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ji-Won Kim
- J.W. Kim, MD, J.Y. Jung, MD, PhD, H.A. Kim, MD, PhD, C.H. Suh, MD, PhD, Department of Rheumatology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon
| | - Ju-Yang Jung
- J.W. Kim, MD, J.Y. Jung, MD, PhD, H.A. Kim, MD, PhD, C.H. Suh, MD, PhD, Department of Rheumatology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon
| | - Hyoun-Ah Kim
- J.W. Kim, MD, J.Y. Jung, MD, PhD, H.A. Kim, MD, PhD, C.H. Suh, MD, PhD, Department of Rheumatology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon
| | - Jeong I Yang
- J.I. Yang, MD, PhD, D.W. Kwak, MD, PhD, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Korea
| | - Dong W Kwak
- J.I. Yang, MD, PhD, D.W. Kwak, MD, PhD, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Korea
| | - Chang-Hee Suh
- J.W. Kim, MD, J.Y. Jung, MD, PhD, H.A. Kim, MD, PhD, C.H. Suh, MD, PhD, Department of Rheumatology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon;
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Ocampo-Ramírez SM, Hoyos-Patiño S, Lambertino-Montaño JR, Gutiérrez-Marín JH, Campo-Campo MN, Sanín-Blair JE, García-Posada RA, Rodríguez-Padilla LM, Velásquez-Franco CJ, Mesa-Navas MA. Caracterización de mujeres embarazadas con lupus eritematoso sistémico y resultados materno-fetales en el noroeste de Colombia. Estudio descriptivo. IATREIA 2019. [DOI: 10.17533/udea.iatreia.25] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
Abstract
Objetivo: evaluar las características epidemiológicas, clínicas y de tratamiento de las mujeres embarazadas con lupus eritematoso sistémico, así como sus resultados obstétricos, en dos centros de referencia en el noroeste de Colombia.Métodos: serie de casos retrospectiva que evaluó las gestantes atendidas en la Unidad de Medicina Materno Fetal y en el servicio de Reumatología entre 2010 y 2015.Resultados: se incluyeron 40 pacientes y 43 embarazos. Edad promedio al diagnóstico: 24 ± 7 años; 22 (55 %) fueron primigestantes. La afectación clínica más frecuente fue articular (n = 32; 80 %). Ocho de 43 embarazos (18,6 %) presentaron actividad lúpica al inicio de éste. La complicación obstétrica más frecuente fue preeclampsia en 11/43 (25,6 %) embarazos. La complicación fetal más común fue el parto prematuro (8/43; 18,6 %). Los anticuerpos anticardiolipinas y anti-DNA fueron positivos en 10/43 (23,3 %) y en 15/38 (39,5 %) embarazos, respectivamente. En 13 gestaciones (31,7 %) hubo recaídas durante el tercer trimestre, y de éstas, en seis casos (46,1 %) fue grave, especialmente nefritis. Al ingreso, en 29/43 (65 %) embarazos se utilizó prednisona y en 32/43 (74,4 %) antimaláricos. En el puerperio dos pacientes presentaron recaída moderada y dos madres tuvieron preeclampsia. No se encontraron muertes maternas y la supervivencia perinatal fue 86 % (37/43 gestaciones).Discusión: en esta cohorte de pacientes con LES y embarazo, la nefritis y los anticuerpos antifosfolípidos estaban presentes en gran parte de las pacientes con complicaciones obstétricas, aunque un bajo porcentaje de pacientes estuvo activa antes de la gestación; las complicaciones maternas y fetales fueron frecuentes.
Collapse
|
12
|
Arese V, Murabito P, Ribero S, Panzone M, Tonella L, Fierro MT, Papini M, Quaglino P. Autoimmune connective tissue diseases and pregnancy. GIORN ITAL DERMAT V 2019; 154:263-276. [PMID: 30650958 DOI: 10.23736/s0392-0488.18.06252-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
Abstract
Autoimmune connective tissue-diseases are more frequent in women and deserve a multidisciplinary approach in which the dermatologist play a major role together with other physicians. Pregnancy in these patients has to be considered a high-risk situation, because of possible worsening of the mother's disease and increased morbility and mortality for the fetus; also, therapies have to be chosen carefully because some drugs cannot be used during pregnancy. For all these reasons, the decision to become pregnant needs to consider the type of disease, stage of disease, age and clinical condition, and requires a multidisciplinary approach. A correct counselling, a close monitoring, a specific approach based on the risks involved and the use of appropriate therapies are the keys to obtain optimal pregnancy outcomes.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Veronica Arese
- Department of Medical Sciences, Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
| | - Pierangela Murabito
- Department of Medical Sciences, Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
| | - Simone Ribero
- Department of Medical Sciences, Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
| | - Michele Panzone
- Department of Medical Sciences, Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
| | - Luca Tonella
- Department of Medical Sciences, Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
| | - Maria T Fierro
- Department of Medical Sciences, Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
| | - Manuela Papini
- Department of Surgical and Biomedical Sciences, Dermatologic Clinic of Terni, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
| | - Pietro Quaglino
- Department of Medical Sciences, Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy -
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Piccoli GB, Zakharova E, Attini R, Ibarra Hernandez M, Orozco Guillien A, Alrukhaimi M, Liu ZH, Ashuntantang G, Covella B, Cabiddu G, Li PKT, Garcia-Garcia G, Levin A. Pregnancy in Chronic Kidney Disease: Need for Higher Awareness. A Pragmatic Review Focused on What Could Be Improved in the Different CKD Stages and Phases. J Clin Med 2018; 7:E415. [PMID: 30400594 PMCID: PMC6262338 DOI: 10.3390/jcm7110415] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2018] [Revised: 10/28/2018] [Accepted: 10/31/2018] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
Abstract
Pregnancy is possible in all phases of chronic kidney disease (CKD), but its management may be difficult and the outcomes are not the same as in the overall population. The prevalence of CKD in pregnancy is estimated at about 3%, as high as that of pre-eclampsia (PE), a better-acknowledged risk for adverse pregnancy outcomes. When CKD is known, pregnancy should be considered as high risk and followed accordingly; furthermore, since CKD is often asymptomatic, pregnant women should be screened for the presence of CKD, allowing better management of pregnancy, and timely treatment after pregnancy. The differential diagnosis between CKD and PE is sometimes difficult, but making it may be important for pregnancy management. Pregnancy is possible, even if at high risk for complications, including preterm delivery and intrauterine growth restriction, superimposed PE, and pregnancy-induced hypertension. Results in all phases are strictly dependent upon the socio-sanitary system and the availability of renal and obstetric care and, especially for preterm children, of intensive care units. Women on dialysis should be aware of the possibility of conceiving and having a successful pregnancy, and intensive dialysis (up to daily, long-hours dialysis) is the clinical choice allowing the best results. Such a choice may, however, need adaptation where access to dialysis is limited or distances are prohibitive. After kidney transplantation, pregnancies should be followed up with great attention, to minimize the risks for mother, child, and for the graft. A research agenda supporting international comparisons is highly needed to ameliorate or provide knowledge on specific kidney diseases and to develop context-adapted treatment strategies to improve pregnancy outcomes in CKD women.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Giorgina B Piccoli
- Department of Clinical and Biological Sciences, University of Torino, 10100 Torino, Italy.
- Néphrologie, Centre Hospitalier Le Mans, 72000 Le Mans, France.
| | - Elena Zakharova
- Nephrology, Moscow City Hospital n.a. S.P. Botkin, 101000 Moscow, Russia.
- Nephrology, Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry, 101000 Moscow, Russia.
- Nephrology, Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Education, 101000 Moscow, Russia.
| | - Rossella Attini
- Obstetrics, Department of Surgery, University of Torino, 10100 Torino, Italy.
| | - Margarita Ibarra Hernandez
- Nephrology Service, Hospital Civil de Guadalajara "Fray Antonio Alcalde", University of Guadalajara Health Sciences Center, Guadalajara, Jal 44100, Mexico.
| | | | - Mona Alrukhaimi
- Department of Medicine, Dubai Medical College, P.O. Box 20170, Dubai, UAE.
| | - Zhi-Hong Liu
- National Clinical Research Center of Kidney Diseases, Jinling Hospital, Nanjing University School of Medicine, Nanjing 210000, China. zhihong--
| | - Gloria Ashuntantang
- Yaounde General Hospital & Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, P.O. Box 337, Yaounde, Cameroon.
| | - Bianca Covella
- Néphrologie, Centre Hospitalier Le Mans, 72000 Le Mans, France.
| | | | - Philip Kam Tao Li
- Prince of Wales Hospital, Department of Medicine and Therapeutics, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
| | - Guillermo Garcia-Garcia
- Nephrology Service, Hospital Civil de Guadalajara "Fray Antonio Alcalde", University of Guadalajara Health Sciences Center, Guadalajara, Jal 44100, Mexico.
| | - Adeera Levin
- Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Canada.
| |
Collapse
|
14
|
Antovic A, Sennström M, Bremme K, Svenungsson E. Obstetric antiphospholipid syndrome. Lupus Sci Med 2018; 5:e000197. [PMID: 30364418 PMCID: PMC6195166 DOI: 10.1136/lupus-2016-000197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2018] [Revised: 08/02/2018] [Accepted: 08/03/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
Abstract
The present clinical and laboratory classification criteria for antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) were established in Sydney, Australia, in 2006. In this review, we focus on the obstetric subset of APS (OAPS), defined by persistent positivity for antiphospholipid antibodies together with either early recurrent pregnancy loss, early fetal death, stillbirth or premature birth <34 gestational weeks due to pre-eclampsia, eclampsia and placental insufficiency. It is important to diagnose these cases since most women suffering from OAPS can, when given appropriate treatment, have successful pregnancies. Furthermore, patients with OAPS may, depending on the antibody profile, be at enhanced risk of thrombotic events later in life. We present an update on the present knowledge of possible underlying pathogenesis, risk factors and risk estimations for adverse pregnancy outcomes before and during pregnancy, current treatment concepts, and long-term outcomes for women with OAPS and their children.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Aleksandra Antovic
- Unit of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Solna, Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
| | - Maria Sennström
- Division of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Department of Women's and Children's Health, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
| | - Katarina Bremme
- Division of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Department of Women's and Children's Health, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
| | - Elisabet Svenungsson
- Unit of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Solna, Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Levy O, Markov A, Drob Y, Maslakov I, Tishler M, Amit-Vazina M. All-cause hospitalizations in systemic lupus erythematosus from a single medical center in Israel. Rheumatol Int 2018; 38:1841-1846. [PMID: 30151719 DOI: 10.1007/s00296-018-4147-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2018] [Accepted: 08/23/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE Clinical features of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have been described from different geographical regions in the world. The aim of this study was to obtain local and contemporary data on all-cause hospitalizations of SLE patients in an Israeli Medical Center. METHODS This is a retrospective observational single-center study. Revision of medical records of hospitalized lupus patients during 5-year period (January 2012-December 2016) was performed. RESULTS A total of 61 lupus patients and 138 hospitalizations were identified. Female-to-male ratio was 9:1. Average age was 42.5 years. Average disease duration was 14.58 years. Mean SLICC/ACR damage index was 0.75. The majority of patients were treated with lupus medications (47, 77%). The most common lupus medications were hydroxychloroquine (40, 65.5%), prednisone (25, 40.9%), and azathioprine (9, 14.75%). The most common reasons for hospitalization were disease flare (28, 20.3%), pregnancy and labor (26, 18.9%), and infection (19, 13.8%). The average length of hospitalization for all patients was 6.65 days. No fetal morbidity was recorded, and there was one event of maternal morbidity. There were no cases of acute coronary events. There were six ICU admissions (4.35%). Two admissions (1.45%) were complicated by hospital-acquired infection. Three patients died (2.17%) during hospital stay. CONCLUSIONS This survey from a single Israeli medical center revealed low rates of pregnancy complications, coronary events, and nosocomial infections in hospitalized lupus patients. Further studies are required to determine whether these findings reflect local disease expression or it may remark global trend of decrease in lupus complications.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ofer Levy
- Internal Medicine B, Rheumatology Unit, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, Be'er Ya'akov, Israel. .,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.
| | - Andrey Markov
- Internal Medicine B, Rheumatology Unit, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, Be'er Ya'akov, Israel
| | - Yulia Drob
- Internal Medicine B, Rheumatology Unit, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, Be'er Ya'akov, Israel
| | - Ilia Maslakov
- Internal Medicine B, Rheumatology Unit, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, Be'er Ya'akov, Israel
| | - Moshe Tishler
- Internal Medicine B, Rheumatology Unit, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, Be'er Ya'akov, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
| | - Mirit Amit-Vazina
- Internal Medicine B, Rheumatology Unit, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, Be'er Ya'akov, Israel.,Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
Abstract
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease with a strong female predilection. Pregnancy remains a commonly encountered but high-risk situation in this setting. Both maternal and fetal mortality and morbidity are still significantly increased despite improvements in outcomes. Maternal morbidity includes higher risk of disease flares, preeclampsia and other pregnancy-related complications. Fetal issues include higher rates of preterm birth, intrauterine growth restriction, and neonatal lupus syndromes. Treatment options during pregnancy are also limited and maternal benefit has to be weighed against fetal risk. A coordinated approach, with close monitoring by a multidisciplinary team, is essential for optimal outcomes.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Aisha Lateef
- Division of Rheumatology, University Medicine Cluster, National University Hospital, National University Health System, 1E, Kent Ridge Road, Singapore 119074
| | - Michelle Petri
- Division of Rheumatology, Johns Hopkins Lupus Center, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 1830 East Monument Street, Suite 7500, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA.
| |
Collapse
|