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Expanded toxemia syndrome or gestosis.

R C Goodlin

    American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
    |June 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Gestosis, a pregnancy complication, presents without hypertension or proteinuria but leads to maternal and fetal harm. Delivery resolves gestosis, and specific tests can aid in its diagnosis during pregnancy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Maternal-Fetal Medicine
    • Perinatology

    Background:

    • Gestosis, or expanded toxemia syndrome, encompasses polysymptomatic pregnancy-related illnesses.
    • This condition can occur at any gestational stage, differing from preeclampsia's typical timeline.
    • It is associated with significant maternal and fetal morbidity, including intrauterine growth retardation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe gestosis cases presenting without initial hypertension or proteinuria.
    • To highlight the association between gestosis and adverse maternal-fetal outcomes.
    • To propose diagnostic tests for identifying gestosis in pregnant women with concurrent medical conditions.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of clinical cases of gestosis without initial hypertension or proteinuria.
    • Analysis of maternal and fetal outcomes in affected pregnancies.
    • Development of a suggested list of diagnostic tests for gestosis.

    Main Results:

    • Gestosis cases were identified and characterized by the absence of early hypertension or proteinuria.
    • "Cure" by delivery was observed in these cases.
    • Maternal and fetal morbidity, notably intrauterine growth retardation, was documented.

    Conclusions:

    • Gestosis is a distinct pregnancy syndrome that can manifest without typical preeclampsia markers.
    • Delivery is an effective treatment for gestosis.
    • Diagnostic evaluation including suggested tests is crucial for managing gestosis in medically complex pregnancies.

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