Pre-eclampsia

With its massive implications for both mothers and babies, pre-eclampsia continues to be one of the medical communities greatest challenges. Edited by renowned experts in this field, this book presents a comprehensive overview of pre-eclampsia. Providing a definition and classification of the disease, and the etiology and pathogenesis of the condition, the authors cover screening, presentation, and diagnosis, and review maternal and fetal complications. They take a multidisciplinary approach to labor ward management of the severe disease, anesthetic implications, and postpartum care. The book concludes with an examination of future therapeutic strategies and directions.