Síndromes hipertensivos del embarazo: pautas actualizadas para la conducta clínica

Hypertensive syndromes of pregnancy are a leading cause of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality worldwide.Their etiology is complex, multifactorial and not yet fully understood; however, there is recent evidence that the symptoms are attributable to an excessive inflammatory response causing widespread endothelial damage. During the last few years, our understanding of these entities has progressed, leading to modified definitions and diagnostic criteria for hypertensive syndromes of pregnancy. Although it is possible to control blood pressure with antihypertensive drugs and prevent seizures with magnesium sulfate, for the time being the only definitive treatment for preeclampsia and eclampsia remains scheduled, often premature, delivery. This study provides updated guidelines for early diagnosis and timely treatment of the different types of hypertensive syndromes of pregnancy.