Preterm delivery and elevated maternal total vascular resistance: signs of suboptimal cardiovascular adaptation to pregnancy?

ConclusionsWomen with a diagnosis of TPD showing TVR values of > 1000 dynes × s/cm5 and elevated levels of CRP are at high risk of preterm delivery. An impaired maternal cardiovascular adaptation during pregnancy in these patients might suggest a possible higher risk for subsequent future cardiovascular disease. Copyright © 2016 ISUOG. Published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd.

Source: Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology - September 8, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: H. Valensise, D. Farsetti, D. Lo Presti, I. Pisani, G. M. Tiralongo, G. Gagliardi, B. Vasapollo, G. P. Novelli Tags: Original Paper Source Type: research