preeclampsia

or pre-e·clamp·si·a

[ pree-i-klamp-see-uh ]

noun

1. Pathology. a form of toxemia of pregnancy, characterized by hypertension, fluid retention, and albuminuria, sometimes progressing to eclampsia.

Word History and Origins

Origin of preeclampsia¹

First recorded in 1920–25; pre- + eclampsia

Example Sentences

"It's about screening for important conditions such as preeclampsia which can affect both mums and babies from an early stage in pregnancy," she added.

From BBC

When pregnant with her first child, she was diagnosed with preeclampsia - a condition which can cause high blood pressure and lead to serious complications.

From BBC

In her last pregnancy, she had preeclampsia at 36 weeks of pregnancy.

From Salon

Recent research has found that preeclampsia can be linked to an increased risk of developing cardiovascular complications for women later in life.

From Science Daily

Belmonte pointed out that the rules didn’t address preeclampsia or severe bleeding and hemorrhaging.

From Salon