Preeclampsia causes high blood pressure, protein in urine, and leg swelling during pregnancy. Symptoms typically appear after 34 weeks, but can occur earlier or after delivery. Can be asymptomatic, requiring regular monitoring and blood tests
Preeclampsia begins after 20th week of pregnancy. Causes high blood pressure and protein in urine. Can lead to seizures in severe cases called eclampsia. Affects blood vessels and organs throughout body
Preeclampsia affects 5-7% of pregnancies, causing significant maternal and fetal morbidity. Defined by new onset of hypertension and proteinuria after 20 weeks. Hypertension complications are third leading cause of pregnancy-related deaths
Fibrinoid necrosis is a blood vessel lesion characterized by endothelial damage and protein leakage. Affected vessels appear pinkish and structureless due to fibrin accumulation. Term "fibrinoid necrosis" is considered a misnomer due to masking of true necrosis
Journal covers Pregnancy, Obstetrics, Internal medicine, Surgery and Gynecology. Pregnancy research connects with Pediatrics, Obstetrics with Birth weight studies. Internal medicine incorporates elements from Gastroenterology, Endocrinology and Cardiology. Surgery research focuses on Laparoscopy and Hysterectomy
Prospective study conducted in Diyala province, Iraq from February 2017 to January 2018. 60 pregnant women with preeclampsia and 60 healthy controls included. Preeclampsia diagnosed according to ACOG criteria