A 36-year-old member asked:
If i am taking labetolol should i not request additional fetal monitoring?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Pam Yoderanswered
Specializes in Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Monitoring - high BP: Fetal heart rate monitoring is indicated in the third trimester for women with chronic hypertension, especially if there is an increase in blood pressure. A physician should discuss what is needed for each particular case given the history before and during pregnancy and outcome of prior pregnancies. Additional monitoring with ultrasound studies may also be ordered.
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Dr. Shahin Tavackolianswered
Cardiology 25 years experience
Perhaps: Labetolol can cross the placental barrier, so perhaps more frequent monitoring is warranted.
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Last updated Nov 7, 2012
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