Thomsen disease is a rare genetic disorder which affects the cell membrane of\nskeletal muscles causing hyper excitability and periods of prolonged muscle\ncontraction. This prolonged muscle contractions can be aggravated during\npregnancy and can interfere with normal labour and delivery. In this case report,\nwe describe the case of a gravid patient in her first pregnancy with\nThomsen disease and how to minimise the risk. Also, we illustrate the importance\nof involving multidisciplinary team in the management of such case\nto achieve the best fetomaternal outcome.
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