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Preeclampsia, a major cause of maternal and infant complications, can be predicted using angiogenic biomarkers. The soluble fms-like tyrosine kinase 1 (sFlt-1) to placental growth factor (PlGF) ratio aids in predicting preeclampsia with severe features.

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Background:

Preeclampsia significantly increases maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality globally.
Angiogenic imbalance, a key factor in preeclampsia, often precedes clinical symptoms.
Placenta-derived angiogenic biomarkers, soluble fms-like tyrosine kinase 1 (sFlt-1) and placental growth factor (PlGF), are crucial for early detection.

Conclusions:

The sFlt-1/PlGF assay represents a significant advancement in the prediction and management of preeclampsia.
Clinical implementation of the sFlt-1/PlGF ratio can optimize patient care and reduce adverse outcomes.
This biomarker ratio is a valuable adjunctive measure in the clinical setting for preeclampsia.