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Prediction of pre-eclampsia using gestosis score
Shamimah Ayazahmed Kharodia1, Nitin S Kshirsagar1, Supriy Patil1
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad - 415110, Maharashtra, India.
Pre-eclampsia, a hypertensive pregnancy condition, can be predicted using the gestosis score (GT-S). This study found a strong association between higher GT-S and the development of pre-eclampsia, confirming GT-S as a reliable predictor.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Cardiovascular Health in Pregnancy
- Clinical Prediction Modeling
Background:
- Pre-eclampsia (P-EP) is a serious hypertensive pregnancy condition (HPT-PG) arising after 20 weeks gestation.
- Characterized by vasospasm and vascular endothelial dysfunction, P-EP necessitates accurate predictive tools.
- Early evaluation and prediction of P-EP are crucial for maternal and fetal well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of the gestosis score (GT-S) in predicting pre-eclampsia (P-EP).
- To determine the association between GT-S and the development of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP).
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 229 pregnant patients was assessed across five prenatal visits.
- Data collection involved a questionnaire with 27 risk variables and the use of the Hypertensive Disease of Pregnancy (HDP) GT-S calculator app.
- Statistical analysis focused on the correlation between GT-S and the incidence of P-EP.
Main Results:
- A significant positive correlation was observed between elevated gestosis scores (GT-S) and the subsequent development of pre-eclampsia (P-EP).
- The GT-S demonstrated a strong predictive capability for identifying patients at risk of P-EP.
Conclusions:
- The gestosis score (GT-S) is a reliable and effective tool for predicting pre-eclampsia (P-EP).
- Integrating GT-S assessment into routine prenatal care can aid in the early identification and management of HPT-PG.
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