Review of Systemic Lupus Erythematous

To the Editor A recent Review provided comprehensive information about the manifestations and treatment options for patients with systemic lupus erythematous (SLE). As maternal-fetal medicine subspecialists, we hope to provide additional insight into an obstetrical complication that can arise in patients with SLE during pregnancy and discuss current management recommendations.

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Settembre 2024

Review of Systemic Lupus Erythematous—Reply

In Reply The Letter to the Editor from Dr Watkins and colleagues about our Review on SLE raises the important topic of congenital heart block risk for the infants of pregnant individuals with SLE and anti-Ro/SSA antibody positivity. Although our article mentioned the association between anti-Ro/SSA antibody and neonatal lupus erythematosus, an acquired inflammatory syndrome that may include congenital heart block, further discussion was beyond the scope of our Review.

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Settembre 2024