Remifentanil crosses the placenta but appears to be rapidly metabolized, redistributed, or both. Maternal sedation and respiratory changes occur, but without adverse neonatal or maternal effects.
This problem is one of considerable practical importance and requires active cooperation between obstetrician and physician. Pregnancy and labour, even under normal conditions, place an additional burden upon the heart.
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