In a nutshell This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of oral antihypertensive drugs (OAHDs) in pregnancy. They found that OAHDs reduced blood pressure (BP) in most women. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition. It is also the most common disorder diagnosed in pregnancy. Hypertension...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This phase 3 trial will investigate the effectiveness of hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) for hypertension in postpartum (after giving birth) women (PPW). The main outcomes will be the hospitalization rate (HR) and additional antihypertensive (AHT) requirements. The details Hypertension (HT) or high blood pressure (BP) is a serious...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated if managing blood pressure in the first trimester of pregnancy reduced prevented hypertension and pregnancy risk later on. They found that managing blood pressure levels in early pregnancy reduced the rate of severe hypertension and other pregnancy complications. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure...
Read MoreIn a nutshell The aim of this clinical trial is to test the effects of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs on blood pressure in women with mild and severe hypertension after pregnancy. For patients with mild hypertension, the main outcome to be investigated is change in blood pressure throughout the study. For patients with severe hypertension, the...
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In a nutshell This study examined the risks associated with tight control compared to less tight control of hypertension during pregnancy. The authors concluded that the risks of pregnancy loss, intensive care of newborns, and other maternity complication were not affected by the level of controlled hypertension. Some background About 10% of women...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the risk of cardiovascular disease associated with different forms of hypertension during pregnancy. The authors concluded that patients who experienced early-onset preeclampsia showed higher levels of cardiovascular risk factors after pregnancy. These patients were also more likely to develop hypertension after...
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In a nutshell This study investigated whether diet influences high blood pressure during pregnancy. Some background High blood pressure (hypertension) occurs when the force of blood pushing against blood vessel walls is too high. High blood pressure is often a complication of pregnancy, called gestational hypertension. High blood pressure...
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