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Eclampsia in Kuwait 1981-1993

M Makhseed1, V M Musini

  • 1Maternity Hospital Kuwait.

The Australian & New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
|August 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

This study identified key risk factors for eclampsia, including first-time pregnancy and preeclampsia. Eclampsia significantly increased risks for stillbirth, neonatal death, and low birth weight, impacting maternal and infant outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Perinatal Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Eclampsia is a severe complication of pregnancy.
  • Identifying risk factors and outcomes is crucial for maternal and fetal health.
  • Limited data exists on eclampsia in Kuwait.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate maternal and fetal outcomes of eclampsia in Kuwait.
  • To identify risk factors associated with eclampsia development.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study of eclampsia patients at Maternity Hospital, Kuwait (1981-1993).
  • Analysis of risk factors including primiparity, maternal age, multiple pregnancy, and preeclampsia.
  • Comparison of pregnancy outcomes (stillbirth, neonatal death, low birth weight) between eclamptic and non-eclamptic mothers.
Keywords:
Arab CountriesAsiaBiologyDemographic FactorsDeveloping CountriesDiseasesEclampsiaIncidenceKuwaitMaternal MortalityMeasurementMortalityPopulationPopulation DynamicsPregnancyPregnancy ComplicationsPregnancy OutcomesReproductionResearch MethodologyRetrospective StudiesRisk FactorsStudiesWestern Asia

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Main Results:

  • Primiparity, maternal age <30 years, multiple pregnancy, and preeclampsia were significant risk factors for eclampsia.
  • Eclampsia was associated with significantly higher rates of stillbirth, neonatal death, and low birth weight.
  • Operative delivery and maternal mortality rates were significantly elevated in eclamptic patients.

Conclusions:

  • Eclampsia poses significant risks to both maternal and fetal well-being.
  • Risk factors such as primiparity and preeclampsia necessitate vigilant monitoring.
  • Effective management strategies are essential to reduce adverse outcomes associated with eclampsia.