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Factors linked to increased stroke risk are identified in women with pre-eclampsia

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Women with pre-eclampsia face a raised risk of stroke during pregnancy and postpartum if they have infections, particularly of the urinary tract, chronic hypertension, or clotting or bleeding disorders, shows… Click to show full abstract

Women with pre-eclampsia face a raised risk of stroke during pregnancy and postpartum if they have infections, particularly of the urinary tract, chronic hypertension, or clotting or bleeding disorders, shows a study published in the journal Stroke .1 Pre-eclampsia develops in 3-8% of pregnant women. While pre-eclampsia can be mild and symptomless, one of the most dangerous potential complications is pregnancy associated stroke. US researchers looked …

Keywords: risk; linked increased; pre eclampsia; women pre; factors linked; stroke

Journal Title: British Medical Journal
Year Published: 2017

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