Description
This book serves as a comprehensive handbook on hypertension in pregnancy, meticulously covering everything from its definition and classification to epidemiology and pre-conception counseling. It is an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of this multifaceted condition. With a focus on the critical aspect of blood pressure measurement techniques during pregnancy, the book addresses a key area that is often underemphasized in clinical practice.
The chapters are thoughtfully organized to cover a spectrum of topics, including the management of hypertension in pregnancy, emergency scenarios, and pre-existing secondary hypertension. Each chapter begins with clearly defined key points and concludes with practical conclusions, ensuring that readers can easily digest and apply the information. The authors, who are experienced practitioners and scholars, provide expert analysis and insights, making this book a must-read for those involved in maternal and fetal healthcare.
This handbook is particularly beneficial for cardiologists, nephrologists, internal medicine specialists, gynecologists, obstetricians, and intensive care specialists. It provides updated insights and practical guidance, making it a valuable addition to the libraries of professionals dedicated to maternal and fetal health. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a specialist in training, this book equips you with the knowledge to improve patient outcomes in the challenging field of hypertension in pregnancy.
Table of Contents
Definition And Classification Of Hypertensive Disorders In Pregnancy.- Epidemiology Of Hypertensive Disorders In Pregnancy.- Pre-Conception Counselling Of Hypertensive Women Of Reproductive Age.- Blood Pressure And Hemodynamic Changes In Normal Pregnancy.- BLOOD PRESSURE MEASUREMENT DURING PREGNANCY.- Usual Laboratory Exams In Women With Hypertension During Pregnancy.- Preeclampsia.- Non-Pharmacological Treatment Of Hypertension In Pregnancy.- Management Of Mild Preexisting (Chronic) Hypertension.- Management Of Mild Gestational Hypertension.- Management Of Severe Hypertension.- Hypertensive Emergency In Pregnancy.- Pre-Existing Secondary Hypertension In Pregnancy.- Postpartum Hypertension.- Lactation, Breastfeeding, And Antihypertensive Medication.- Long-Term Blood Pressure Control After Hypertensive Disorders Of Pregnancy.- Risk Of Hypertension In Subsequent Pregnancies.- Cardiovascular And Metabolic Sequalae Of Hypertensive Disorders In Pregnancy.- Impact Of Hypertension In Pregnancy On The Offspring.- Assisted Reproductive Techniques And The Risk Of Hypertensive Disorders Of Pregnancy.- Knowledge Gaps.- Iatrogenicity In Hypertensive Disorders Of Pregnancy.
