Expert Commentary

Does hypertensive disease of pregnancy increase future risk of CVD?

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WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR PRACTICE?

  • Patients who develop preeclampsia or gestational hypertension in their first pregnancy should be more carefully screened for subsequent development of CVD


 

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