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Preeclampsia and eclampsia: Enhanced detection and treatment for morbidity reduction.

Authors :
Kovacheva, Vesela P.
Venkatachalam, Shakthi
Pfister, Claire
Anwer, Tooba
Source :
Best Practice & Research: Clinical Anaesthesiology; Sep2024, Vol. 38 Issue 3, p246-256, 11p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Preeclampsia is a life-threatening complication that develops in 2–8% of pregnancies. It is characterized by elevated blood pressure after 20 weeks of gestation and may progress to multiorgan dysfunction, leading to severe maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. The only definitive treatment is delivery, and efforts are focused on early risk prediction, surveillance, and severity mitigation. Anesthesiologists, as part of the interdisciplinary team, should evaluate patients early in labor in order to optimize cardiovascular, pulmonary, and coagulation status. Neuraxial techniques are safe in the absence of coagulopathy and aid avoidance of general anesthesia, which is associated with high risk in these patients. This review aims to provide anaesthesiologists with a comprehensive update on the latest strategies and evidence-based practices for managing preeclampsia, with an emphasis on perioperative care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
15216896
Volume :
38
Issue :
3
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Best Practice & Research: Clinical Anaesthesiology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
181602410
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bpa.2024.11.001