Medical and Surgical Complications in Pregnancy

Question 1

Which drug/treatment is contraindicated for thyroid storm in pregnancy?

Answer 1

Radioactive Iodine

Can concentrate in fetal thyroid.

PTU is not teratogenic.

Question 2

How do you treat syphilis in a pregnant pt? What if they are allergic to the main treatment?

Answer 2

Penicillin G

If allergic, desensitize and give penicillin.

Question 3

When should patients be screened for Gestational Diabetes?

Answer 3

24-28 weeks: UNLESS

Severe obesity and/or strong family history. Then screen ASAP