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The incidence, causes and optimum management of stroke in pregnancy are poorly understood, which largely reflects the inconsistency and limitations of the published data available. Women who have had a stroke in pregnancy are anxious about subsequent pregnancies, particularly as there is a lack of definitive information and guidance that general physicians and obstetricians are able to provide.

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When do not attempt resuscitation orders are contemplated, guidelines exist to outline standards for planning patient care and decision making. These guidelines may not always be fully followed as ethical issues arise which may prevent doctors from doing so.