Table 3 Comparison between the ED relapsing group (detected during pregnancy) and non-relapsing group after delivery
Temporary ED relapsing group n = 12 | Non-relapsing group n = 12 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Age at onset of diagnosis (years) | 15.9 (SD 1.4) | 17.3 (SD 4.4) | NS |
Disease duration (years) | 7.5 (SD 3.0) | 11.5 (SD 6.6) | NS |
Age at remission (years) | 23.4 (SD 3.9) | 28.8 (SD 5.2) | P < 0.05 |
Age at pregnancy (years) | 24.8(SD 4.1) | 31.5 (SD 4.3) | P < 0.05 |
Gestational age at delivery (weeks) | 38.3 (SD 1.4) | 38.8 (SD 0.7) | NS |
ED relapse during pregnancy (%) | 11 (91.7%) | 5 (41.7%) | P < 0.05 |
Maternal Complications | 9 (75%) | 9 (75%) | NS |
Problems in the infant | 2 (12.5%) | 1 (12.5%) | NS |
Vaginal delivery | 7 (58.3%) | 12 (100%) | P < 0.1 |
Infant weight (g) | 2813 (446) | 3044 (618) | NS |
Postpartum depression | 6 (50%) | 6 (50%) | NS |