Case ReportInternational Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Successful outcome in a patient with glioma of brain with twin pregnancy

Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2014;3(3):827-830.DOI10.5455/2320-1770.ijrcog20140955

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Abstract

We present a case of glioma in pregnant female with twin pregnancy. Gliomas during pregnancy are rare. Gliomas during pregnancy pose a risk to maternal and fetal life. The benefit-to-risk ratio should be carefully evaluated and discussed prior to get marriage and pregnancy. In present case, patient had non-specific symptom like seizure and no any focal neurological deficit, Caesarean Section (CS) was done at term with multidisciplinary group, including a neurosurgeon, obstetrician, anesthesiologist and neonatologist. She has been followed up to the present date and remains in good health.

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  1. Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi-221005, Uttar Pradesh, India

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