refers to condition that generally occurs in the second half of pregnancy. Symptoms include increased blood pressure and protein in the mother's urine. Preeclampsia affects the placenta, and it can affect the mother's kidney, liver, and brain. Preeclampsia is a leading cause of fetal complications, which include low birth weight, premature birth, and stillbirth. Preeclampsia can cause seizures, a condition known as eclampsia. Eclampsia condition is the second leading cause of maternal death in the United States.
A toximia of late pregnancy characterized by hypertension, edema, and protein urea; when convulsions and coma are associated, it is called eclampsia.
syndrome during pregnancy characterized by sudden hypertension, excessive amounts of protein in the urine, and generalized edema; it might be related to an autoimmune or allergic reaction because of the presence of a fetus
A disease occurring during pregnancy marked by pregnancy-induced hypertension, protein in the urine and swelling; formerly called toxemia
abnormal state of pregnancy characterized by hypertension and fluid retention and albuminuria; can lead to eclampsia if untreated
a potentially life-threatening complication also known as pregnancy-induced high blood pressure
A specific hypertensive disorder of pregnancy with the diagnosis made on the basis of hypertension with proteinuria, edema, or both. It occurs after the 20th week of pregnancy.
a condition of late pregnancy in which the mother experiences swelling of extremities, high blood pressure, and protein in her urine.
Recommendation Magnesium" Magnesium has been used specifically to lower blood pressure in pregnant women with preeclampsia, and as a mild anticonvulsant in cases where the condition progresses to eclampsia..."
(See also, hypertension) Hypertension (high blood pressure) in pregnancy, accompanied by generalized edema ("water retention" & swelling, especially of hands and face), and protein found in the urine, is called preeclampsia. The presence of these three signs occurring after the 20th week of pregnancy can lead to serious complications for the woman and fetus if not treated effectively. Uncontrolled hypertension in pregnancy is one of the leading causes of fetal and maternal deaths.
disorder of pregnancy characterized by increased blood pressure, water retention, and protein in the urine.
A condition possible with gestational diabetes that causes high blood pressure; protein in the urine; swelling in the face, hands and feet; and greater weight gain. Also called toxemia.
A complication involving high blood pressure, swelling and abnormal kidney function; occurs after the 20th week and, left untreated, can lead to seizures and even death
Pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH), Toxemia- A condition in which the blood pressure is elevated and protein spills into the urine. Increased swelling may occur or may even have a drastic weight gain in a couple of days. You could be induced for this condition if bed rest is not helping.
A condition that some women with diabetes have during the late stages of pregnancy. Two signs of this condition are high blood pressure and swelling because the body cells are holding extra water.
Formerly known as toxemia, preeclampsia is a condition characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine after the 20th week of pregnancy. A serious condition if left untreated, preeclampsia can lead to complications or death in the mother or baby.
a toxemia of pregnancy, characterized by hypertension, edema and proteinuria
A condition occurring during late pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure, excess protein in the urine and edema, but without convulsions (see also eclampsia).
Also known as Toxemia, it is a condition that can occur in a woman in the second half of her pregnancy that can cause serious problems for both her and the baby. It causes high blood pressure, protein in the urine, blood changes and other problems.
a toxic condition developing in late pregnancy that is characterized by a sudden rise in blood pressure, excessive gain in weight, generalized edema, albuminuria, severe headache, and visual disturbances. (1997 Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary)
A condition of hypertension occurring in pregnancy, typically indicated by fluid retention and high blood pressure.
A condition that occurs in the second half of pregnancy, characterized by hypertension, edema, and proteinuria. When convulsions and coma are associated, it is called eclampsia.
A combination of high blood pressure, ankle swelling, and protein in the urine that may occur during the last three months of pregnancy. Also known as toxemia of pregnancy.
A condition that can develop during pregnancy in which there is high blood pressure, fluid retention and abnormal kidney function. (Read about " Preeclampsia")
development of hypertension in pregnansy, accompanied by swelling of feet and proteinuria
a condition which can occur after the 20th week of pregnancy, which includes high blood pressure, swelling of the hands and feet, and protein in the urine. This condition is accompanied by metabolic disturbances that can threaten the health of the pregnancy.
Pregnancy-induced high blood pressure that causes severe swelling and/or a high concentration of protein in the urine.
A complication of pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Symptoms include rapid weight gain and increased swelling. If left untreated, preeclampsia can lead to the more serious eclampsia.
condition characterized by a sharp rise in blood pressure during the third trimester of pregnancy. High blood pressure may be accompanied by edema (swelling), and kidney problems, as evidenced by protein in the urine. Although preeclampsia is relatively common, occurring in about 5 percent of all pregnancies and more frequently in first pregnancies, it can be a sign of serious problems. In some cases, untreated preeclampsia can progress to eclampsia, a life-threatening situation for both mother and baby.
development of hypertension (high blood pressure) with proteinuria (an excess of urinary protein) or edema (an excessive amount of fluid in the tissues), or both, due to pregnancy; it usually occurs after the 20th week of gestation. High blood pressure can be dangerous to the mother and can lead to early induction of labor.
a condition occurring during pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and swelling of the feet, ankles and lower legs.
a condition that, if not treated, can lead to eclampsia. Symptoms include high blood pressure and large amounts of protein in the urine during pregnancy. Swelling in the hands or face is also another sign of preeclampsia. This condition may occur during the second half of pregnancy. If a mother has preeclampsia, she may need to be hospitalized for medication or placed on bed rest at home. In some cases the baby may need to be delivered early. Also called toxemia.
A condition of pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure, swelling (edema), headache, and protein in the urine.
The Condition"...Abnormal prostaglandin synthesis may be the pivotal defect causing increased peripheral vascular resistance, severe vasoconstriction, endothelial injury and secondary hypertension..."
A toxic condition developing in the last 4 or 5 months of pregnancy that is characterized by a sudden rise in blood pressure, excessive weight gain, generalized edema (especially hands, ankles, feet and face), albuminuria, severe headache, and visual disturbances. It used to be called toxemia of pregnancy. Some rise in blood pressure is normal during pregnancy, but in preeclampsia the rise is dramatic and is accompanied by other changes. The most notable of these are high concentrations of protein in the urine and a tendency to swell up, especially in the face and hands. This can cause women with preeclampsia to put on several pounds in a few days.
A disorder of pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure, edema, and kidney malfunction.
The Condition"...Preeclampsia may result from fetal antigens -- elements of the fetus that trigger an immune response in the mother..."
The Condition"...is a disorder of pregnancy that is characterized by hypertension (high blood pressure) and proteinuria (excessive protein in the urine), often including edema (swelling) and occasionally involving thrombocytopenia (low platelets) or liver function abnormalities..."
an early stage of toxemia of pregnancy characterized by protein in the urine, high blood pressure, and edema
a condition characterized by pregnancy-induced high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and swelling (edema) due to fluid retention.