
Opinion|Videos|December 25, 2024
Hypertension in Pregnancy and Women
Key Takeaways
- Difficult-to-treat hypertension involves uncontrolled blood pressure despite using three or more antihypertensive medications, including a diuretic.
- It is distinct from resistant hypertension, which is more common and may not include a diuretic in treatment.
A panelist discusses how hypertensive disorders during pregnancy remain a leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide, affecting 5-10% of pregnancies and requiring careful monitoring, early detection, and appropriate medical management to protect both mother and baby.
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