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PREECLAMPSIA AND ITS EFFECT ON THE STATE OF CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM IN WOMEN
Liudmyla A Vygivska1, Natalia V Derevianchenko1, Lesia A Rudenko2
1KHARKIV NATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, KHARKIV, UKRAINE.
Wiadomosci Lekarskie (Warsaw, Poland : 1960)
|September 23, 2023
Summary
Preeclampsia significantly impacts women's future cardiovascular health, increasing risks for disorders. Understanding these links is crucial for improving long-term maternal well-being and reducing disability.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Health
- Reproductive Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication with long-term health implications.
- Cardiovascular disorders (CVDs) represent a significant global health burden.
- The link between preeclampsia and future CVDs requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify the specific ways preeclampsia influences the future development of cardiovascular disorders in women.
- To synthesize current research on the long-term cardiovascular consequences of preeclampsia.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature review was conducted.
- Searches were performed in major scientific databases (PubMed, Science Direct, Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar).
- Focus was placed on studies published within the last five years.
Main Results:
- Preeclampsia is a significant risk factor for the subsequent development of cardiovascular diseases.
- This condition contributes to increased mortality and disability rates among women.
- The long-term cardiovascular impact necessitates a deeper understanding of preeclampsia's mechanisms.
Conclusions:
- Cardiovascular disorders are both a medical and social issue.
- Preeclampsia exacerbates the risk of developing CVDs, leading to higher mortality and disability.
- Detailed study of preeclampsia's pathogenesis is essential for developing interventions to improve women's quality of life.
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