Low Risk Obstetrics: Preeclampsia

The GenerEhlist - CCFP Exam Prep, Low Risk Obstetrics & Canadian Primary Care Medicine

• Episode Written By : Kyla Freeman, FM PGY3
• Episode Reviewed By : Dr. Vanessa Poliquin, OBGYN
• Hosts : Kyla Freeman (FMR3) & Patricia Massel (MD-CCFP)
• Artwork : Aikansha Chawla MS4

In this episode we dive into the hypertensive diseases of pregnancy. We will review the various hypertensive disorders, but our main focus will be on preeclampsia. We will go over screening, ASA starts, and calcium supplementation. We review the clinical presentation and diagnosis of preeclampsia with a nod to HELLP syndrome (see our Liver Disease episode for more on that one!). Finally we will discuss the first steps in management and some post-partum considerations. We hope you enjoy!