Tag archives for pre-eclampsia
Can a Tiny Pill Help Prevent a Serious Pregnancy Complication?
Preeclampsia is a leading cause of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality. Although there are risk factors that can predict the likelihood of developing preeclampsia during pregnancy, many women with…
The Preeclampsia Puzzle – Making Sense of a Mysterious Pregnancy Disorder
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-induced condition that affects about 5% of pregnant women. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has recently (November 2013) revised its definition of preeclampsia. (more…)
Thoughts about Pre-eclampsia
I am still wrestling with the comments on my blog piece on pre-eclampsia and how to respond to them. The more I read and think about it, the more I see the…