A Study on Neonates in Mothers with Preeclampsia

Dr Babu Francis, Dr Manju Mahendran

Abstract: Hypertension seen in pregnancy is problematic to both the expectant mother and also the foetus. There can be a wide range of foetal and maternal complications which can occur as a direct effect of pregnancy related hypertension. Complications that can occur in the babies are IUGR, haematological abnormalities, respiratory problems, still birth and neurological problems. The study done was a retrospective study, 30 cases were selected and the complications in newborns born to mothers with pre eclampsia were studied.53.3 % of mothers belonged to age group 26-30 years.56.6 % of mothers were primipara.23.3 % of infants were small for gestational age.

Keywords: Hypertension, Pregnancy, Neonates, IUGR, Haematological abnormalities