Prevalence and Risk Factors for New-Onset Hypertension in Labor
Conclusion One in 3 women exhibits mild hypertension and 1 in 10 develop severe hypertension in labor. Only 6% of patients received treatment for severe blood pressures. This study highlights lack of treatment of hypertension in labor and further investigation into causes and outcomes of intrapartum elevations of blood pressures. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Abstract | Full text
Source: American Journal of Perinatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Ankumah, Nana-Ama E. Alrais, Mesk A. Amro, Farah H. Wiley, Rachel L. Sibai, Baha M. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
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