scholarly journals Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy at the federal medical centre, Yenagoa, South-South Nigeria: a 5 year review

Author(s):  
Peter Chibuzor Oriji ◽  
Dennis Oju Allagoa ◽  
Akaninyene Eseme Ubom ◽  
Amos Kattey Kattey ◽  
Datonye Christopher Briggs ◽  
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Background: Hypertensive disorders complicate 5.2%-8.2% of pregnancies, and contribute significantly to perinatal and maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide. To determine the incidence, clinical characteristics, maternal and perinatal outcomes of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy at the Federal medical centre, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, South-South Nigeria.Methods: This retrospective study was conducted between 1 January, 2016 and 31 December, 2020. Relevant data was retrieved, entered into a pre-designed proforma, and analysed using IBM SPSS version 25.0.Results: Out of the 4,571 obstetric patients that were managed in our Centre in the period under review, 335 of them had HDP, giving an incidence rate of 7.32%.The most common HDP were pre-eclampsia (189, 56.4%) and eclampsia (82, 24.5%), while the least common was chronic hypertension (3, 0.9%). A little more than one-half (171, 51.0%) of the women delivered preterm, with a mean gestational age at delivery of 35.5 weeks. The most common route of delivery was emergency Caesarean section (205, 61.2%). There were three maternal deaths, giving a case fatality rate of 0.9%. Two of the maternal deaths were due to eclampsia, and one, from pre-eclampsia.Conclusions: Women should be adequately counseled to embrace preconception care, and early and regular antenatal care visits, with proper monitoring of blood pressure and urine protein. Prompt diagnosis and management are key in preventing the maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality that are associated with these disorders. 

Cephalalgia ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 286-292 ◽  
Author(s):  
F Facchinetti ◽  
G Allais ◽  
RE Nappi ◽  
R D'Amico ◽  
L Marozio ◽  
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The aim was to assess whether women suffering from migraine are at higher risk of developing hypertensive disorders in pregnancy. In a prospective cohort study, performed at antenatal clinics in three maternity units in Northern Italy, 702 normotensive women with singleton pregnancy at 11–16 weeks' gestation were enrolled. Women with a history of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy or presenting chronic hypertension were excluded. The presence of migraine was investigated according to International Headache Society criteria. The main outcome measure was the onset of hypertension in pregnancy, defined as the occurrence of either gestational hypertension or preeclampsia. Two hundred and seventy women (38.5%) were diagnosed with migraine. The majority (68.1%) suffered from migraine without aura. The risk of developing hypertensive disorders in pregnancy was higher in migraineurs (9.1%) compared with non-migraineurs (3.1%) [odds ratio (OR) adjusted for age, family history of hypertension and smoking 2.85, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.40, 5.81]. Women with migraine also showed a trend to increased risk for low birth weight infants with respect to women without migraine (OR 1.97, 95% CI 0.98, 3.98). Women with migraine are to be considered at increased risk of developing hypertensive disorders in pregnancy. The diagnosis of primary headaches should be taken into account at antenatal examination.


2018 ◽  
Vol 32 (9) ◽  
pp. 295
Author(s):  
Novi Kartika Sari ◽  
Theodola Baning Rahayujati ◽  
Mohammad Hakimi

Determinants of pregnancy hypertensive disorders in Indonesia PurposeThis study aimed to assess the determinant factors of gestational hypertension (HDP) in Indonesia.MethodsThis research was an observational analytic study using a cross-sectional design. Sampling was calculated using consecutive sampling technique. The subjects were all pregnant women aged 15-54 years old in 33 provinces in Indonesia and 9024 women were selected as subjects. Chi-square and binomial regression tests were used to analyze the determinants of HDP to see the value of the Ratio Prevalence (RP). ResultsThe prevalence of hypertension among pregnant women was 6.18% (558 people) after being adjusted with external variables which were potentially confounders. The highest of hypertension was found in West Java with 59 pregnant women (10.57%). Overweight and chronic hypertension were related to hypertensive disorders in pregnancy with RP: 2.13 (95% CI: 1.80-2.51); and in overweight with RP: 4.36 (95% CI: 3.6-5.26) in hypertension assessments. The use of contraceptives was not a risk factor for hypertensive disorders in Indonesia with RP 0.92 (95% CI: 0.76-1.10). ConclusionOverweight and chronic hypertension are risk factors for the incidence of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy in Indonesia.


2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 193-203
Author(s):  
Phoibe Uwizeyimana ◽  
Emerthe Musabyemariya ◽  
Olive Tengera ◽  
Anita Collins

Background Globally, maternal hypertensive disorders in pregnancy significantly increase both maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality. Maternal hypertension affects 14 percent of pregnancies. Eearly detection and management are critical for improving the health outcomes of both mother and neonate. Objective To assess the association between maternal hypertension disorders in pregnancy and immediate neonatal outcomes at a University Teaching Hospital in Rwanda. Methods A retrospective study of maternal files with hypertension disorders was conducted from January 1, 2016, to March 31, 2019. A census sample of 114 records and pretested checklist was used to collect data. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze associations between maternal factors and immediate neonatal outcomes. Results Neonatal outcomes included low birth weight (75.4%), prematurity (59.6%), admission to neonatal intensive care unit (50.4%), intrauterine growth restriction (32.4%), and neonatal death (22.8%). Nearly two-thirds (62%) of mothers had preeclampsia. Significant associations with immediate neonatal outcomes included gestational age, medical history, delivery mode, maternal referral status, preterm birth, prematurity, and abortion. Conclusion Maternal hypertensive disorders were significantly associated with adverse neonatal outcomes in our study population in Rwanda. Improving early detection, health education, and management of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy is critical to reduce maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. Rwanda J Med Health Sci 2020;3(2):193-203


2018 ◽  
Vol 03 (02/03) ◽  
pp. 068-078
Author(s):  
Lalita Nemani

Abstract Hypertension in pregnancy is defined as systolic blood pressure (SBP) ≥ 140 mm Hg or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) ≥ 90 mm Hg or both on two different occasions at least 6 hours apart. Severe hypertension is SBP ≥ 160 mm Hg or DBP ≥ 110 mm Hg. Hypertension is the most common medical problem in pregnancy and one of the major causes of maternal and perinatal mortality and morbidity. Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy (HDP) are classified as (1) chronic hypertension, (2) chronic hypertension with superimposed preeclampsia, (3) preeclampsia-eclampsia, and (4) gestational hypertension. HDP contributes to increased risk of hypertension, stroke, and maternal cardiovascular disease (CVD) in later life. HDP can be considered as a failed cardiovascular stress test identifying women susceptible to CVD in later life. Further research is required to identify the mechanisms in HDP that contribute to CVD in later life so as to initiate appropriate prevention measures.


2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 46-49
Author(s):  
Lakshmi A ◽  
Akshatha DS ◽  
Pooja P ◽  
Prashanth FG ◽  
Veena MV ◽  
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Aims and objectives To determine the effect of hypertension in pregnancy To determine the maternal and fetal outcome in patients with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. Materials and methods This is a retrospective study conducted in ESIC MC and PGIMSR, Bangalore from January 2020 to December 2020. All pregnant women who presented with Hypertensive disorder in pregnancy were included in the study. Results A total of 1503 patients who delivered during the study period were included in the study of which 172 patients had hypertensive disorder (11.44 %). Gestational hypertension occurred in 113 cases, preeclampsia in 45 cases, chronic hypertension in 8 cases, chronic hypertension with superimposed preeclampsia in 2 cases and eclampsia in 4 cases. Of these 85(49.41%) cases were primigravida and 87(50.58%) were multigravida. 38 deliveries occurred preterm and 134 were term. 4 patients had intrauterine fetal demise. Gestational diabetes occurred in 30(17.44%) cases, hypothyroidism in 45 cases(26.16%), IUGR in 11 cases(6.39%), oligohydramnios in 10 cases(5.81%). Discussion Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy is a spectrum of disease. It is one of the non communicable diseases occurring in pregnancy. It is the third most common cause of maternal mortality. By timely detection and proper management, it is possible to decrease the complications and adverse outcomes associated with this condition. Conclusion Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy is an important cause for maternal and fetal mortality and morbidity. Hence it is important to identify the risk factors and prevent it for better outcome.


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