Current Opinion in Anaesthesiology · 1997 · 38 citations · 0 references
MedicineGynecologyObstetricsObstetric AnesthesiaAnesthesia For High-risk PregnancyEclampsiaHypertensive DisordersMaternal Medical ConditionsPregnancyPregnancy-induced HypertensionManagement Of Pre-eclampsiaPreeclampsia PathophysiologyPregnancy-related Hypertension
In this review, we look at the most recent definitions of pregnancy induced hypertension as they apply to eclampsia and pre-eclampsia. Risk factors, proposed etiologies, and pathways will be discussed. The pathophysiology of the disease and its appropriate anesthetic management will also be addressed.