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Pre-eclampsia is a medical condition where hypertension arises in pregnancy (pregnancy-induced hypertension) in association with significant amounts of protein in the urine. Pre-eclampsia refers to a set of symptoms rather than any causative factor, and there are many different causes for the condition.

New triage system for pregnant women and new mothers improves patient outcomes

Increased vigilance for high blood pressure and diffuse stomach pain. These are some of the characteristics of emergency care adapted for pregnant women and new mothers.

14 Nov 2023

Using TNF inhibitors during pregnancy not associated with worse fetal or obstetric outcomes

According to new research at ACR Convergence 2023, the American College of Rheumatology's (ACR) annual meeting, continuing tumor necrosis factor inhibitors during pregnancy is not associated with worse fetal or obstetric outcomes and may reduce the risk of severe maternal infections during pregnancy (Abstract #0477).

7 Nov 2023

Does the timing of prenatal exposure to corticosteroids and β2-agonists impact a child's neurodevelopment by age 3?

Researchers investigated the association between the timing of in-utero exposure to β2-agonists and corticosteroids and offspring neurodevelopmental milestones during the initial three years of life.

26 Oct 2023

Genetics linked to placental growth and risk of preeclampsia

New research has shed light on how genetics influences the growth of the placenta, revealing a link to risk of disease in the mother.

5 Oct 2023

Smoking during pregnancy more than doubles risk of premature birth, study finds

Cambridge researchers have found that women who smoke during pregnancy are 2.6 times more likely to give birth prematurely compared to non-smokers – more than double the previous estimate.

28 Sep 2023

Vascular risk factors influence cognitive health differently in men and women with Alzheimer's disease

Researchers utilize imaging findings to elucidate how Alzheimer's dementia can present considerable variations depending on the sex of the individual.

27 Sep 2023

Placental disease: A key contributor to unexplained pregnancy loss

New study in Reproductive Sciences identifies placental diseases as the likely cause for 99% of unexplained pregnancy losses, shedding light on miscarriages and stillbirths. The research suggests that identifying specific placental pathologies could lead to more preventative measures.

21 Sep 2023

Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

A new paper explores the dietary effects of consuming colorful fruits and vegetables (CFV).

1 Sep 2023

Is receipt of infertility treatment associated with stroke hospitalization?

A recent paper on JAMA Network Open sought to capture the association between strokes and infertility treatment.

31 Aug 2023

Women with pre-eclampsia undergo accelerated aging during pregnancy

Pre-eclampsia, a life-threatening surge in blood pressure, is an enigmatic condition. Each year, it causes the deaths of more than 70,000 women worldwide. Because scientists do not know what causes it, they lack targeted strategies to treat it.

24 Aug 2023

Reproductive impact of changes in the vaginal microbiome of obese women

Study explores the impact of obesity on vaginal microbiota and reproduction.

5 Jul 2023

Study reveals patterns of high blood pressure in pregnant women, linked to maternal health risks

Research examines the trajectory of systolic blood pressure in pregnant women and its associations with various factors. It sheds light on the patterns and risks related to blood pressure during pregnancy.

20 Jun 2023

UMass Amherst public health researcher updates and validates the 'Pregnancy Physical Activity Questionnaire'

A University of Massachusetts Amherst public health researcher has updated and validated the widely used Pregnancy Physical Activity Questionnaire (PPAQ) to improve the measurement performance of this self-report physical activity method.

8 Jun 2023

Smoke alarm: France's high maternal smoking rates fuel prematurity and low birth weight

Research highlights the adverse effects of active and passive maternal smoking on low birth weight and preterm delivery rates. It emphasizes the importance of smoking cessation and tobacco control policies to improve maternal and child health outcomes.

1 Jun 2023

Pre eclampsia News and Research

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New triage system for pregnant women and new mothers improves patient outcomes

Using TNF inhibitors during pregnancy not associated with worse fetal or obstetric outcomes

Does the timing of prenatal exposure to corticosteroids and β2-agonists impact a child's neurodevelopment by age 3?

Genetics linked to placental growth and risk of preeclampsia

Smoking during pregnancy more than doubles risk of premature birth, study finds

Vascular risk factors influence cognitive health differently in men and women with Alzheimer's disease

Placental disease: A key contributor to unexplained pregnancy loss

Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

Is receipt of infertility treatment associated with stroke hospitalization?

Women with pre-eclampsia undergo accelerated aging during pregnancy

Reproductive impact of changes in the vaginal microbiome of obese women

Study reveals patterns of high blood pressure in pregnant women, linked to maternal health risks

UMass Amherst public health researcher updates and validates the 'Pregnancy Physical Activity Questionnaire'

Smoke alarm: France's high maternal smoking rates fuel prematurity and low birth weight

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Pregnancy's profound impact: How motherhood reshapes the female brain

Clinical review finds adverse effects of perinatal cannabis use on pregnancy and breastfeeding

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Study to compare effectiveness of pregnancy weight management interventions on gestational diabetes and weight gain

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