Preeclampia
Starting on:
Jun 12, 2024
Ending on:
Jun 12, 2024
Moderator(s):
Dr. Sheila Gitau
Dr
Venue:
KUTRRH
Max Credits:
3 Points

Provider:
Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital
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Preeclampia

Starting on:
Jun 12, 2024
Ending on:
Jun 12, 2024
Venue:
KUTRRH

Description

A.k.a Preeclamptic toximea (PET) A condition that leads to a marked increase in both maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Part of spectrum of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy The prevalence of pre-eclampsia in Kenya is estimated to range between 5.6 to 6.5% though proportions are likely higher in rural areas

Objectives

Poorly understood Immunologic: dysregulation of maternal tolerance to paternally derived placental and fetal antigens Placenta: Implantation with abnormal trophoblastic invasion of uterine vessels, release of systemic vasoactive compounds Genetic, nutritional, and environmental factors Cardiovascular and inflammatory changes

Presenters

  1. Dr. Sheila Kirongothi
    Dr

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