NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

EMBRYOLOGY

PLACENTA FETAL MEMBRANES BIRTH DEFECTS AND TWINING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Preeclampsia is characterized by
A
Mareos, hyperemesis
B
seizures
C
hypertension, proteinuria
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Preeclampsia is defined as a systemic syndrome that is typically characterized by new-onset hypertension and proteinuria in pregnancy. Urinary excretion of 300 mg of protein in 24 h is defined as significant proteinuria.

Detailed explanation-2: -With preeclampsia, you might have high blood pressure, high levels of protein in urine that indicate kidney damage (proteinuria), or other signs of organ damage. Preeclampsia usually begins after 20 weeks of pregnancy in women whose blood pressure had previously been in the standard range.

Detailed explanation-3: -Preeclampsia is a serious condition of pregnancy, usually characterised by high blood pressure, protein in the urine and severe swelling. Most women with preeclampsia feel fine. That is why regular antenatal check-ups are vital. There is no cure for preeclampsia, except birth of the baby and delivery of the placenta.

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