Research
Potential driver of severe early-onset preeclampsia identified
The Brief
- Researchers have identified a potential driver of severe early-onset preeclampsia, according to Medical Xpress.
- Severe early-onset preeclampsia can begin as early as 20 weeks of pregnancy and raises blood pressure sharply, endangering mother and baby.
- The condition has puzzled doctors for more than 2,000 years, per the source.
Why it matters
A identified potential driver of a dangerous pregnancy condition could guide future research into causes and treatments, though the source gives no details on the mechanism or clinical application.
Who’s affected
- Pregnant people and clinicians dealing with preeclampsia
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Severe early-onset preeclampsia has confounded doctors for more than 2,000 years. It can strike as early as 20 weeks into pregnancy, sending blood pressure soaring and putting both the mother and baby at risk.
Timeline
Medical Xpress reports the potential driver identified
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Potential driver of severe early-onset preeclampsia identified