Definition
Eclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication characterized by the addition of convulsions to the picture of preeclampsia.
Symptoms
- Tonic-clonic seizures
- Loss of consciousness
- Severe headache
- vision loss
Reasons
Progression of preeclampsia, cerebral edema.
Diagnosis
Clinical findings, neurological evaluation.
Treatment
Magnesium sulphate, emergency delivery, antihypertensives.
Which Polyclinic Should You Apply To?
Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinic
What to Do in an Emergency?
In case of seizure, emergency services should be sought immediately.
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