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  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine
  • Critical Care Medicine

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  • Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy include chronic hypertension, gestational hypertension, and preeclampsia.
  • Preeclampsia, characterized by hypertension and organ dysfunction after 20 weeks gestation, is a leading cause of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality.
  • The pathophysiology is linked to placental angiogenic imbalance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the classification, diagnosis, and management of preeclampsia and related hypertensive disorders.
  • To highlight the critical nature of severe preeclampsia and eclampsia.
  • To emphasize current management strategies and future therapeutic directions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of current knowledge on hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.
  • Description of diagnostic criteria for severe preeclampsia.
  • Outline of management principles including blood pressure control, seizure prophylaxis, and delivery timing.

Main Results:

  • Severe preeclampsia is defined by specific criteria including elevated blood pressure, thrombocytopenia, impaired liver or kidney function, and neurological symptoms.
  • Management focuses on controlling hypertension, preventing seizures with magnesium sulfate, and timely delivery.
  • Delivery is the most effective treatment, leading to rapid recovery of organ function.

Conclusions:

  • Preeclampsia management requires a multi-faceted approach involving vigilant monitoring and timely intervention.
  • Effective blood pressure control and seizure prevention are paramount.
  • While delivery remains the definitive treatment, ongoing research aims to develop novel interventions to mitigate complications.