Introduction to the Preeclampsia Symposium

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  • Jose Pacheco-Romero Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, Lima, Peru; Latin American Master in Obstetrics and Gynecology; Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; Honorary Scholar, Academia Peruana de Cirugía; Editor, Revista Peruana de Ginecología y Obstetricia; Editor, Anales de la Facultad de Medicina

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https://doi.org/10.31403/rpgo.v63i1986

Abstract

During the past two decades, no major advances have been done on the origins of preeclampsia. We know that hypertensive disorders complicate about 5-10% of all pregnancies(1) –apparently more in Peru(2). Complications related to preeclampsia include preterm birth, maternal morbidity and mortality, and long-term risk of maternal cardiovascular disease and metabolic disease in both mother and child(3). In developing countries, among already known socioeconomic and cultural reasons, variations in management account for comparatively higher morbimortality rates, despite not being often based on current evidence. We have proof that ancient civilizations of China, Egypt and India have recognized and described preeclampsia as well as the bleak maternal and fetal prognosis it portends.

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Published

2017-07-11

How to Cite

Pacheco-Romero, J. (2017). Introduction to the Preeclampsia Symposium. The Peruvian Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 63(2), 199–206. https://doi.org/10.31403/rpgo.v63i1986

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