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Eclampsia: still a problem in Bangladesh.

Mosammat Rashida Begum1, Anowara Begum, Ehsan Quadir

  • 1OB/GYN Dhaka Medical College and Hospital, Bangladesh. ehsann@bttb.net.bd <ehsann@bttb.net.bd>

Medgenmed : Medscape General Medicine
|March 19, 2005
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Magnesium sulfate effectively controls eclampsia seizures, significantly lowering maternal deaths. However, delayed treatment of complications remains a critical factor contributing to eclampsia mortality.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Maternal Health
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Eclampsia poses a significant threat to maternal health, with high mortality rates in some regions.
  • Historically, diazepam was used for seizure control, but its efficacy and safety profile are debated.
  • Magnesium sulfate has emerged as a preferred anticonvulsant for managing eclampsia.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the outcomes of eclamptic patients treated with magnesium sulfate.
  • To identify additional factors contributing to maternal mortality from eclampsia.
  • To assess the impact of changing treatment protocols on eclampsia outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive study of 2956 consecutive eclamptic patients admitted between 1998 and 2000.

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  • Data collection included patient demographics, treatment protocols, complications, and outcomes.
  • Comparison of mortality rates before and after the protocol change to magnesium sulfate.

    • Main Results:

    • The incidence of eclampsia was 9% among 32,999 obstetric admissions.
    • Maternal mortality from eclampsia decreased from 16% in 1997 to 8.6% during 1998-2000.
    • Patients developing complications had a 98% mortality rate, often due to delayed treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • Switching to magnesium sulfate significantly reduced eclampsia-related deaths.
    • Prompt treatment is crucial, as delayed management of complications drastically increases mortality.
    • Public awareness campaigns are needed to ensure timely medical attention for eclampsia prevention and management.