“A pregnancy-related complication of unknown cause that is characterized by high blood pressure (when pre-pregnancy BP’s were normal) and signs of damage to other organ systems such as the kidneys, leading to a condition
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“A pregnancy-related complication of unknown cause that is characterized by high blood pressure (when pre-pregnancy BP’s were normal) and signs of damage to other organ systems such as the kidneys, leading to a condition known as proteinuria. Usually begins after 20 weeks of pregnancy and if left untreated can lead to serious, even fatal, complications for the mother and the baby.”
Preeclampsia
“An obstetrical complication in which the placenta is inserted partially or wholly in the lower uterine segment. It is a leading cause of antepartum bleeding and hemorrhage (vaginal bleeding) and can be life-threatening to the fetus and to the mother.”
Placenta Previa
“The breaking/leaking of what a patient refers to as their “bag of water” before natural labor has taken place at term (37-41 weeks gestation).”
Premature Rupture of Membrane (PROM)
“A maternal condition defined by the progressive dilation and effacement of the cervix that begins after 20 weeks and before term (the 37th week of pregnancy). This condition occurs because risk factors that are known or unknown cause uterine contractions and the cervix to dilate and efface prior to the time that the fetus is considered Term or 37-41 weeks. Many known and unknown causes for the condition exist. This condition is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality of newborns.”
Premature Labor
“A condition in which the neck of the lower uterine segment begins to open, or dilate, in the second trimester of pregnancy.”
Incompetent Cervix
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