Contemporary Clinical Management of the Cerebral Complications of Preeclampsia. (29th December 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kane, Stefan C.; Dennis, Alicia; da Silva Costa, Fabricio; Kornman, Louise; Brennecke, Shaun
• Other Names: Bernardes João Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Obstetrics and gynecology international. Volume 2013(2013)
• Publication Date: 2013-12-29
• Subjects: Obstetrics -- Periodicals; Gynecology -- Periodicals; Generative organs, Female -- Diseases -- Periodicals; 618.1005
• DOI: 10.1155/2013/985606
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1687-9589

Abstract

Abstract : The neurological complications of preeclampsia and eclampsia are responsible for a major proportion of the morbidity and mortality arising from these conditions, for women and their infants alike. This paper outlines the evidence base for contemporary management principles pertaining to the neurological sequelae of preeclampsia, primarily from the maternal perspective, but with consideration of fetal and neonatal aspects as well. It concludes with a discussion regarding future directions in the management of this potentially lethal condition.