Summary
Women with a history of gestational hypertension or preeclampsia have an increased risk of developing chronic hypertension after pregnancy. Studies show the risk is 4-fold higher compared to women with normal blood pressure during pregnancy. The risk increases with the severity of the preeclampsia, ranging from 2-5 times higher for mild to severe preeclampsia respectively. A history of preterm preeclampsia also further elevates the risk. Underlying factors that contribute to this risk include endothelial dysfunction, insulin resistance, inflammation and obesity. The hypertensive changes that occur during pregnancy may persist after delivery in some women. Lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise and weight loss can help reduce hypertension risk. Medications may also be required in some cases to control blood pressure. Close monitoring and follow-up care is important for these women to detect and manage chronic hypertension. Controlling hypertension reduces cardiovascular disease risk and end-organ damage over the long term.
A history of preeclampsia increases the risk of small-for-gestational-age infants in subsequent pregnancies. The risk remains even if preeclampsia does not recur.
Published By:
A Palatnik, WA Grobman, ES Miller - American journal of obstetrics and …, 2016 - Elsevier
Cited By:
0
A study involving 861 women with chronic hypertension in UK and Netherlands for Vitamins in Preeclampsia trial. Women with chronic hypertension were randomized to receive vitamin C and E or placebo daily.
Published By:
LC Chappell, S Enye, P Seed, AL Briley, L Poston… - …, 2008 - Am Heart Assoc
Cited By:
0
Study on recurrence rates of preeclampsia and neonatal outcomes in women with history of preterm delivery. 500 women included.
Published By:
K Bramham, AL Briley, P Seed, L Poston… - American journal of …, 2011 - Elsevier
Cited By:
0
A study found paternal hypertension increased gestational hypertension risk, especially in overweight or smoking women. Maternal hypertension increased preeclampsia risk, especially in obese or non-smoking women.
Published By:
M Lewandowska - International Journal of Environmental Research and …, 2021 - mdpi.com
Cited By:
0
Preeclampsia in pregnant women can lead to higher risk of heart failure, coronary artery disease, and stroke in the long term. The severity of preeclampsia is directly related to the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases later on.
Published By:
W Ying, JM Catov, P Ouyang - Journal of the American Heart …, 2018 - Am Heart Assoc
Cited By:
0
Multiple gestations are associated with higher incidence of hypertension beyond the peripartum period compared to singleton pregnancies. A retrospective study of 362,821 women showed a 1.36% rate of multiple gestations, with increased risk of hypertension in this group.
Published By:
GJ Cho, US Jung, HY Kim, SB Lee, M Kim… - BMC pregnancy and …, 2021 - Springer
Cited By:
0
Pregnancy complications increase risk of cardiovascular issues, urging lifestyle changes. Women can personalize risk and take action.
Published By:
J Newstead, P Von Dadelszen… - Expert review of …, 2007 - Taylor & Francis
Cited By:
0
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death, with advancements leading to decreased mortality. Limited research on gender differences exists, with pre-eclampsia posing increased risk for future cardiovascular complications.
Published By:
R Ahmed, J Dunford, R Mehran, S Robson… - Journal of the American …, 2014 - jacc.org
Cited By:
0
Pregnant women with previous gestational hypertension were studied to compare prevalence of preeclampsia under different criteria, rates of fetal growth restriction, and related outcomes. A total of 946 pregnancies with previous hypertensive disorders were followed at the Antenatal Hypertension Clinic from January 2011 to January 2016.
Published By:
D Nzelu, D Dumitrascu-Biris, KF Hunt, M Cordina… - … hypertension, 2018 - Elsevier
Cited By:
0
Maternal factors weren't significant for gestational hypertension or preeclampsia. Risk factors affect gestational age at delivery and outcomes for both conditions. Early-onset preeclampsia shares some risk factors with late-onset, showing protective effects of folic acid.
Published By:
M Shen, GN Smith, M Rodger, RR White, MC Walker… - PloS one, 2017 - journals.plos.org
Cited By:
0