Understanding Thrombophilia and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
Thrombophilia, or hypercoagulability, is a disorder in which the blood has a tendency to clot more than normal. During pregnancy, women naturally have a higher tendency to clot to maintain the placenta and reduce the risk of bleeding during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. However, in pregnant women with thrombophilia, the increased risk of clotting can lead to complications.