0.08 Preeclampsia-Eclampsia Syndrome

Preeclampsia-eclampsia syndrome accounts for significant morbidity and mortality in both the mother and newborn.

The student will be able to explain:

• Definition(s) and classification of hypertension in pregnancy.
• Pathophysiology of preeclampsia-eclampsia syndrome.
• Symptoms, physical findings and diagnostic methods.

• Approach to management.
• Maternal and fetal complications.