Systematic review of observational studies of the impact of cardiovascular risk factors on preeclampsia in sub-saharan Africa.

Oleg Iris HounkpatinSalimanou Ariyoh AmidouYessito Corine HouehanouPhilippe LacroixPierre Marie PreuxDismand Stephan HouinatoHoly Bezanahary

Published in: BMC pregnancy and childbirth (2021)

Cardiovascular risk factors increase the risk of preeclampsia. Our results suggest the need for prospective cohort studies to ascertain this association in order to reduce maternal mortality due to preeclampsia.

Keyphrases

cardiovascular risk factors
early onset
pregnancy outcomes
systematic review
cardiovascular disease
metabolic syndrome
meta analyses
cardiovascular events
pregnant women
type diabetes
risk factors
body mass index
coronary artery disease
case control
physical activity
weight gain