Non-obstetric invasive procedures are associated with an increased rate of cesarean sections and lower birth weight. Nevertheless, no significant differences in early perinatal outcome were found in comparison to other pregnancies of the same patients. More studies are needed to evaluate the outcome following specific procedures.
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