preeclampsia
A multisystem pregnancy disorder, defined by hypertension arising after twenty weeks…A multisystem pregnancy disorder, defined by hypertension arising after twenty weeks of gestation, usually accompanied by proteinuria, and associated with placental dysfunction and maternal organ involvement.
Meaning
1 senses(uncountable, usually)A multisystem pregnancy disorder, defined by hypertension arising after twenty weeks of gestation, usually accompanied by proteinuria, and associated with placental dysfunction and maternal organ involvement.
More definitions
- abnormal state of pregnancy characterized by hypertension and fluid retention and albuminuria; can lead to eclampsia if untreated
Examples
1 sentencesPreeclampsia is a leading cause of mother and infant mortality worldwide, affecting an estimated three to five percent of pregnant women.
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plural: preeclampsiasSynonyms
2 synonymsClose in meaning
- abnormal state of pregnancy characterized by hypertension and fluid retention and albuminuria; can lead to eclampsia if untreated:pre-eclampsia
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