A GP guide to pre-eclampsia screening
This multisystem disorder is a leading global cause of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality, so effective screening and prevention strategies are vital
Need to know:
Pre-eclampsia is a multisystem disorder that typically affects 2-5% of pregnant women and is one of the leading global causes of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality.1,2
The definition of the condition is outlined in box 1.
Once diagnosed, there are no current curative treatments beyond expediting delivery, and pre-eclampsia contributes to around one-fifth of preterm births in developed countries.
