Chronic Hypertension and the Risk of Readmission for Postpartum Cardiovascular Complications

202313 citationsJournal Articlegreen Open Access

Authors

Emily B. Rosenfeld · Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Justin S. Brandt

Abstract

The heightened CVD risk as early as 1 month postpartum in relation to chronic hypertension underscores the need for close monitoring and timely care after delivery to reduce blood pressure and related complications.

Topics & Keywords

Cardiovascular Issues in Pregnancy Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Volume 142, Issue 6, pp. 1431-1439

DOI: 10.1097/aog.0000000000005424

Field-Weighted Citation Impact: 2.86