Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes in Eclampsia and Severe Preeclampsia at ≥34 Weeks: A Retrospective Case Series with Risk Factor Analysis
P.Sree Hari Chandana
, Dr.Prashant Kharde , Dr.Vidhyadhar B Bangal
Keywords: Eclampsia, severe preeclampsia, maternal outcome, perinatal outcome, ICU admission
ABSTRACT
Background
Eclampsia remains one of the most severe complications of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and continues to contribute significantly to maternal and perinatal morbidity, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Although outcomes are known to improve with advancing gestational age, data focusing on women presenting with eclampsia or severe preeclampsia at ≥34 weeks are limited.
Objectives
To evaluate maternal and perinatal outcomes in women with eclampsia and severe preeclampsia at ≥34 weeks of gestation and to analyze associated clinical risk factors influencing outcomes.
Methods
This retrospective observational case series was conducted at a tertiary care teaching hospital. Women diagnosed with eclampsia or severe preeclampsia at ≥34 weeks of gestation were included. Maternal demographics, parity, gestational age, mode of delivery, ICU admission, maternal complications, and perinatal outcomes were analyzed. Risk factor analysis was performed using descriptive comparisons.
Results
A total of 27 women were included. The mean maternal age was 24.9 years and the mean gestational age was 36.3 weeks. Caesarean section was performed in 55.6% of cases. ICU admission was required in 25.9%. HELLP syndrome and abruptio placentae were the most common maternal complications. NICU admission was required in 22.2% of neonates. There was no maternal or perinatal mortality.
Conclusion
Eclampsia and severe preeclampsia at ≥34 weeks continue to be associated with significant maternal and neonatal morbidity. However, timely obstetric intervention and comprehensive intensive care result in excellent survival outcomes.
"Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes in Eclampsia and Severe Preeclampsia at ≥34 Weeks: A Retrospective Case Series with Risk Factor Analysis", IJSDR - International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (www.IJSDR.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.11, Issue 1, page no.a539-a543, January-2026, Available :https://ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2601057.pdf
Volume 11
Issue 1,
January-2026
Pages : a539-a543
Paper Reg. ID: IJSDR_306844
Published Paper Id: IJSDR2601057
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Research Area: Humanities All
Country: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
ISSN: 2455-2631 | IMPACT FACTOR: 9.15 Calculated By Google Scholar | ESTD YEAR: 2016
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