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Showing 1 to 20 of 88 for “"Eclampsia"”.
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Inflammatory Mediators Associated with Pre-eclampsia
PURPOSE: Pre-eclampsia, a hypertensive disorder unique in pregnancy, complicates approximately 5-7 % of pregnancies and is a leading cause of intrauterine fetal growth retardation, premature delivery, and maternal death. It is characterized by proteinuria, edema, platelet aggregation, and increased …
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Gestational hypertension - common pathways with pre-eclampsia
abstract is not provided.
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The role of nitric oxide in pre-eclampsia
… foetal mortality and morbidity world-wide. Pre-eclampsia is a major subgroup of these hypertensive disorders. It is defined as a rise in blood pressure to 140/90mm Hg or greater accompanied by proteinuria and usually presents after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Much of the early research into this …
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Vascular biology in the menstrual cycle, pregnancy and pre-eclampsia
… of maternal death in the United Kingdom. Pre-eclampsia is associated with increase in immediate and lifetime risk of adverse thrombotic events. Both pregnancy and the follicular phase are associated with arterial thrombosis and myocardial infarction. Modulation of haemostatic mechanisms in …
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Markers and mechanisms of pre-eclampsia in pregnancies complicated by diabetes
Pre-eclampsia complicates 2-8% of pregnancies worldwide. Women with diabetes have a 4-fold increased risk of pre-eclampsia compared to the general population. Mechanisms for pre-eclampsia development are not well understood; however, evidence indicates that an increased release of two …
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The role of heparin and heparin-binding growth factors in pre-eclampsia
… was altered in a specific pregnancy disorder preeclampsia. HBGFs bind to heparin, a glycosaminoglycan (GAG) affecting activity. I investigated the role of heparin and HBGFs in pathophysiology of pre-eclampsia. Placental tissue from a cohort study of 87 women was performed following uncomplicated …
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An analysis of the utilisation of research information, in policy making and guidelines for the use of magnesium sulphate in the treatment of eclampsia and pre-eclampsia in South Africa
… use of magnesium sulphate in the treatment of eclampsia and pre-eclampsia within South Africa. Despite the publication over the past decade of evidence suggesting the effectiveness of magnesium sulphate as a treatment for eclampsia and pre-eclampsia, eclampsia remains a leading cause of …
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Evaluation of selected South African medicinal plants in the treatment of pre-eclampsia
Submitted in fulfilment of the academic requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences at Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa, 2023.
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Toxaemia of pregnancy : etiology and pathology : with observations on three cases of eclampsia
It will be impossible to discuss the whole subject of metabolism in the space at my disposal. I shall present a very brief summary of the more impor tant facts which have a bearing on the subject under consideration. I shall demonstrate as far as possible a few of the normal products of metabolism …
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Role of kinins in mediating vascular function in healthy pregnancy and pre-eclampsia
Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy-related disorder characterised by high blood pressure, proteinuria and oedema. The aetiology of the disease is unclear but evidence suggests that endothelial dysfunction is central to the development of the maternal syndrome. Kinins are endogenous peptides released by …
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CD146 expression in early and late onset pre-eclampsia : is there a difference?
… trophoblast in early and late onset pre-eclampsia placentas as well as comparing this expression to gestational age matched control placentas. Study Design: Retrospective case series of 100 placentas: 25 early onset and 25 late onset pre-eclampsia placentas as well as 25 early and 25 late …
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Imminent eclampsia: the clinical state and the treatment with Avertin of 100 cases
The term eclampsia is derived from the Greek eklampien meaning a flesh, and its etymology suggests the acute onset of the convulsions. On the surface, therefore, it would appear paradoxical to define any state as being one of "imminent eclampsia". However, although the aetiology is unknown, …
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A study of vascular reactivity in women with pre-eclampsia using laser doppler fluximetry
Pre-eclampsia (PE) and eclampsia are severe complications of pregnancy of unknown aetiology. Laser Doppler fluximetry, a novel in-vivo technique, was used to assess cutaneous vascular reactivity in normotensive and pre-eclamptic women throughout pregnancy. The veno-arteriolar reflex was used as an …
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Retrospective observational study of the choice of anaesthesia for caesarean section in patients with eclampsia
… for ceasarean section (CS) in women with eclampsia is a major clinical challenge, and there are limited data concerning the rationale for the choice of technique, and the short-term outcomes. A retrospective audit was performed on practice at a tertiary referral centre in Cape Town. …
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Urinary tract infection and pre-eclampsia in pregnancy : incidence of urinary tract infection in pre-eclamptic
Some studies have found a positive association between UTI in pregnancy and the development of PET yet other studies have not found any such association. The objective is to determine the incidence of UTI in PET patients and thus determine if there is an assocition between UTI and PET.
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Clinical utility of 3D power doppler ultrasound and maternal biomarkers in the prediction of pre-eclampsia in high-risk pregnancies
Globally, pre-eclampsia is a leading cause of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Approximately 2% of all pregnant women develop pre-eclampsia; women with high-risk co-morbidities are particularly at risk with reported incidences of up to 20%. Evolving evidence suggests that an integrated …
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Exploration of how a mobile health (mHealth) intervention may support midwives in the management and referral of women with pre-eclampsia in rural and remote areas of highland Scotland.
… women who are presenting with possible pre-eclampsia, and in making timely referrals. The study also investigated whether an mHealth intervention might offer any advantage and/or improvement over current practice. Globally, hypertensive disorders account for 12% of all maternal deaths and, …
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Maternal Haemoglobin and outcome of pregnancy
… of stillbirths and early neonatal deaths. Pre-eclampsia is a major complication which occurs during pregnancy and leads to significant maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. This study aims to assess the association between maternal haemoglobin concentration and pregnancy outcome. …
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Factors associated with pre-eclampsia and quality care of affected teenagers during labour within health region H. in KwaZulu-Natal Province
… the factors that are associated with pre-eclampsia in teenagers. The study also aimed at assessing the quality of midwifery care during labour in teenagers with pre-eclampsia so that recommendations can be made based on empirical findings. The study was done within Health Region H of …
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