Systemic lupus erythematosus is a chronic multisystem inflammatory disease that affects skin, joints, kidney, lungs, CNS, liver, and other organs

A lupus flare up during preg-nancy or early postpartum occurs in 15% to 60% of women with this disorder. Maternal risks include (choose all that apply): a. Miscarriage.
b. Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR).
c. Nephritis.
d. Preeclampsia.
e. Caesarean birth.


A, C, D, E

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Correct These are all maternal risks associated with SLE.
Incor-rect IUGR is a fetal risk related to SLE. Other fetal risks include stillbirth and prematurity.

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