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SOCN Guidance

Please find below guidance developed by SOCN to support obstetric care.

Introduction to pregnancy and CVD and service structure in Scotland

Labour and birth management plan for women with cardiovascular disease

Preconception Counselling Checklist

Risk stratification and location of care for women with cardiovascular disease

Uterotonic drugs for the third stage of labour in women with cardiovascular disease

Contraceptive options for women with cardiovascular disease

Preconception care and counselling for women with cardiovascular disease

Pregnancy & post-partum management for women with cardiovascular disease

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