
18/02/2025
Pregnancy is often regarded as a time of great joy and anticipation, yet it brings significant physiological changes that can pose serious risks to a woman’s vascular health.
According to Dr Vinesh Padayachy, a leading vascular surgeon based at the Lenmed eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre in Durban, expectant mothers must be aware of the vascular challenges that can arise during pregnancy and take proactive steps to mitigate these risks.
Pregnancy brings dramatic changes to a woman's vascular system, with potentially serious health implications for both mother and baby.