Pre-Eclampsia

Paper Summary:

This paper examines the extent to which supplementation with Vitamin C and E may impact the likelihood of developing pre-eclampsia in women with diabetes prior to pregnancy. The paper presents an examination of the causes of pre-eclampsia and hypertension as well as their effects on pregnancy. The literature review focuses on research related to women with pre-existing diabetes primarily, in order to determine whether this puts them at an increased risk for developing complications associated with pre-eclampsia and hypertension during pregnancy.

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Introduction
Causes of Pre-Eclampsia and Hypertension
Problems Associated With Pre-eclampsia and Hypertension
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"There are many theories related to the causes of pre-eclampsia. Starcevic & Djelmis (2004) point out that gestational diabetes mellitus is associated with a higher risk for developing pre-eclampsia as well as other complications during pregnancy. A study conducted by these researchers showed that pre-eclampsia was more likely to develop in women with Type I diabetes or diabetes pre-existing pregnancy In addition, gestational diabetes (11.4%) was defined as a risk factor for pre-eclampsia (Starcevic & Djelmis, 2004: 367) though this study will focus on diabetes not associated with pregnancy. The authors conclude that improving glycemic control during pregnancy might reduce the risk for developing pre-eclampsia."

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