Abstract:Gestational hypertension and preeclampsia complicate 2–8% of pregnancies, with a great impact on the fetuses, as well as on maternal well-being. Preeclampsia is considered a major cardiovascular emergency due to its potential to evolve to severe eclampsia, a devastating life-threatening condition. Worldwide, preeclampsia is considered to be one of the major factors that lead to maternal and fetal death. On average, hypertensive disorders are responsible for approximately 16% of maternal deaths, and every year,… Show more
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