Der Chirurg; Zeitschrift für alle Gebiete der operativen Medizen
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The need for general or regional anesthesia due to nonobstetric surgery occurs in up to 2% of all pregnancies. Safe perioperative care is a challenge to anesthetists. ⋯ Although data from randomized controlled trials is missing, safe anesthesia during pregnancy is well documented for nearly every operative procedure. Interdisciplinary cooperation between surgeon, obstetrician, neonatologist, and anesthetist is the key to optimal patient care.