A clinical care pathway for managing pregnancy in patients with inflammatory arthritis - Takeaways - MDSpire

A clinical care pathway for managing pregnancy in patients with inflammatory arthritis

  • By

  • Neda Amiri

  • Maeve Gamble

  • Carl Laskin

  • Viktoria Pavlova

  • Sarah Troster

  • December 1, 2025

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    Inflammatory arthritis affects 6 million Canadians, with a projected increase of 3 million by 2040, significantly impacting women's family planning.

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    Women with inflammatory arthritis often experience anxiety about pregnancy, highlighting the need for comprehensive counseling and support.

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    Current Canadian guidelines for managing pregnancy in inflammatory arthritis are lacking, necessitating an evidence-based clinical care pathway.

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    Reliable contraception is underutilized among women with inflammatory arthritis, which is crucial for preventing unplanned pregnancies and associated risks.

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    The proposed clinical care pathway aims to empower patients and guide healthcare providers in managing pregnancy-related concerns for women with inflammatory arthritis.

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A clinical care pathway for managing pregnancy in patients with inflammatory arthritis

  • by Neda Amiri, Maeve Gamble, Carl Laskin, Viktoria Pavlova, Sarah Troster

  • December 1, 2025

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