Hypertension in pregnancy can affect blood flow to the kidneys, liver, brain, placenta, and other organs. Possible types of hypertension include preeclampsia, eclampsia, and gestational pregnancy. Treatment options involve bed rest, more frequent prenatal visits, and early delivery (after 36 weeks). Even though high blood pressure and related disorders can be serious, most women with hypertension in pregnancy (and those who develop preeclampsia) have successful pregnancies.
Hypertension in Pregnancy: An Introduction
Pregnant women can develop hypertension just like women who are not pregnant. However, women who are pregnant can develop different types of hypertension, and their effects can differ.
Types of Hypertension in Pregnancy
Types of hypertension in pregnancy include:
Causes of Hypertension in Pregnancy
High
blood pressure research scientists do not yet know the cause or
causes of hypertension in pregnancy; however, they do know that hypertension in pregnancy can affect blood flow to organs such as the:
- Kidneys
- Placenta
- Liver
- Retina
- Brain.