A. Mauro , E. Bizzi , C. Caccia Dominioni , R. Milazzo , L. Serati , M. Nivuori , M. Quartarone , L. Bernardo , M.C. Gerardi , M. Fredi , I. Cetin , A.L. Brucato
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Fetal-hope study: Home monitoring of fetal heart rate in SSA + pregnant women: Rationale and design
Introduction
Worldwide, approximately 0.5–1 % of women of childbearing age are positive for anti-Ro/SSA antibodies and anti-La/SSB. The presence of these antibodies may be responsible for the appearance of Neonatal Lupus. The pathogenesis of this disease is probably mediated by the binding of these antibodies to fetal myocardiocytes. The typical manifestation is atrioventricular block (AVB), which in most cases is complete (CHB). AVB commonly develops between 16 and 26 weeks of gestation and is cause of severe heart failure. CHB appears to be irreversible, but anecdotal reports suggest that treatment of second-degree AVB can restore sinus rhythm.
Objective
The aim of the study is to evaluate the reliability of home monitoraing of fetal heart rate by the use of a hand-held device, extablishing the incidence of fetal AVB in pregnant women positive for anti-Ro/SSA autoantibodies and to evaluate whether early treatment can influence the course of the disease.
Methods
Anti-Ro/SAA positive pregnant women are currently recruited from 11 Italian centers in a prospective observational study. Patients are instructed to use a portable doppler between 16 and 34 weeks of gestation and to monitor the fetal heart rate (FHR) every 8 h. In case of FHR anomalies patients will contact the reference center which will guarantee an echocardiogram within 8 h and in case of anomalies, adequate treatment. All patients will undergo check-ups at 20, 26 and 32 weeks of gestation, with the collection of information on the course of the maternal disease, on the use of drugs and on instrumental monitoring progress.
After birth, data will be collected on the outcome of pregnancy and the methods of delivery. Newborns will also be evaluated for the possible appearance of clinical signs of Neonatal Lupus.
Results
Fetal-Hope is actually enrolling Patients from involved Centers.
Conclusions
Fetal-Hope is the first European study assessing the reliability of home monitoring of fetal heart rate using a handheld device, determining the incidence of fetal atrioventricular block (AVB) in pregnant women positive for anti-Ro/SSA autoantibodies and assessing whether early intervention can alter the disease’s progression.
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The European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology is the leading general clinical journal covering the continent. It publishes peer reviewed original research articles, as well as a wide range of news, book reviews, biographical, historical and educational articles and a lively correspondence section. Fields covered include obstetrics, prenatal diagnosis, maternal-fetal medicine, perinatology, general gynecology, gynecologic oncology, uro-gynecology, reproductive medicine, infertility, reproductive endocrinology, sexual medicine and reproductive ethics. The European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology provides a forum for scientific and clinical professional communication in obstetrics and gynecology throughout Europe and the world.