Preeclampsia and Eclampsia - NICHD Preeclampsia (pree-i-KLAMP-see-uh) and eclampsia (ih-KLAMP-see-uh) are pregnancy-related high blood pressure disorders In preeclampsia, the mother’s high blood pressure reduces the blood supply to the fetus, which may get less oxygen and fewer nutrients Eclampsia is when pregnant women with preeclampsia develop seizures or coma
Preeclampsia and Eclampsia Preeclampsia (pree-i-KLAMP-see-uh) and eclampsia (ih-KLAMP-see-uh) are pregnancy-related high blood pressure disorders In preeclampsia, the mother’s high blood pressure reduces the blood supply to the fetus, which may get less oxygen and fewer nutrients Eclampsia is when pregnant women with preeclampsia develop seizures or coma
What are the treatments for preeclampsia, eclampsia, HELLP . . . - NICHD Delivering the fetus can help resolve preeclampsia and eclampsia, but symptoms can continue even after delivery, and some of them can be serious Treatment decisions for preeclampsia, eclampsia, and HELLP syndrome need to take into account how severe the condition is, the potential for maternal complications, how far along the pregnancy is, and the potential risks to the fetus Ideally, the
What are the risks of preeclampsia eclampsia to the mother? Women with preeclampsia are at increased risk for damage to the kidneys, liver, brain, and other organ and blood systems Preeclampsia may also affect the placenta The condition could lead to a separation of the placenta from the uterus (referred to as placental abruption), preterm birth, and pregnancy loss or stillbirth
Preeclampsia and Eclampsia Research Activities and Advances Some avenues of research related to preeclampsia include the impact of obesity on the condition, the potential role of autoimmunity, and fetal genetic contributions Although the exact mechanisms of preeclampsia are unknown, it appears that the condition is due to poor blood flow from the uterus to the placenta
Other Preeclampsia and Eclampsia FAQs - NICHD Other Preeclampsia and Eclampsia FAQs Basic information for topics, such as "What is it?" and "How many people are affected?" is available in the About Preeclampsia and Eclampsia section Answers to other Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) specific to preeclampsia and eclampsia are in this section
NICHD Preeclampsia and Eclampsia Research Goals NICHD Preeclampsia and Eclampsia Research Goals Advances in understanding preeclampsia and eclampsia and the complications they cause contribute directly to NICHD’s mission Complications of preeclampsia, such as kidney failure, hemorrhage, and stroke, can lead to lasting health problems