GESTATIONAL HYPERTENSION AND PREVENTION OF PERINATAL COMPLICATIONS IN PREGNANT WOMEN

Abstract

Gestational hypertension (GH), a form of high blood pressure occurring after 20 weeks of gestation, is a common condition that affects approximately 5-10% of pregnancies globally. This condition is associated with significant maternal and perinatal risks, including preeclampsia, placental abruption, preterm delivery, and intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR). The increasing prevalence of GH, particularly in populations with higher rates of obesity and metabolic syndrome, underscores the necessity for proactive management and prevention strategies to reduce adverse outcomes.