The risk factors and preventive measures for poor maternal-infant outcomes of pregnancy-induced hypertensive disorders
Objective To analyze the risk factors for poor maternal-infant outcomes of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy and to explore the effective preventive measures. Methods Totally 186patients with hypertensive disorders in pregnancy admitted to Maternal and Child Health Hospital of Baoding City from May 2012to April 2013were enrolled in this study.The impact of pregnant women's baseline information,pregnancy condition and disease status on maternal and neonatal health outcomes were analyzed. Results Overall,116cases had a favorable outcome,while 70had a poor outcome.The risk factors for poor maternal-infant outcomes were as follows:age≥35years,low education level,abnormal body mass index,absence of folic acid supplement during pregnancy,absence of regular prenatal care checkup,and the types of diseases and complications. Conclusions The maternal-infant outcomes of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy are associated with many factors,and hence,clinicians should be aware of the risk factors and take effective preventive measures to improve maternal-infant outcomes of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy.