Managing hypertension after birthing your baby
Hypertension is the most common medical problem encountered during pregnancy, complicating up to 10% of pregnancies.
Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy are common and can result in maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Women may have chronic hypertension or develop hypertension during pregnancy.
Management involves close maternal and fetal surveillance. If an antihypertensive drug is needed, prescribe one that is safe during pregnancy.
Pre-eclampsia is a hypertensive disorder of pregnancy. Women at high risk of pre-eclampsia should start aspirin 150 mg daily at 12–16 weeks gestation and continue until 36 weeks gestation to reduce the risk of preterm delivery.
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