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Possible Causes Of Preeclampsia And Potential Treatments, Helene Weinreb
Possible Causes Of Preeclampsia And Potential Treatments, Helene Weinreb
The Science Journal of the Lander College of Arts and Sciences
Preeclampsia is a common complication of pregnancy characterized by hypertension and proteinuria. Its symptoms are well-defined, but the pathophysiology is not fully understood. This paper analyzes several of the most credible causes of this syndrome and attempts to relate these to the known risk factors. Current preeclampsia treatments are examined, and special focus is given to novel experimental treatments which offer hope of ending preeclampsia and eclampsia.