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Research Article

Risk factors for preeclampsia: a case–control study

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Pages 432-438 | Received 10 Jun 2012, Accepted 05 Jul 2013, Published online: 19 Aug 2013
 

Abstract

Objective: To explore the risk factors of preeclampsia and provide information for prevention of preeclampsia among obstetrical patients. Methods: A case–control study was designed to find the risk factors of preeclampsia among obstetrical patients by logistic regression analysis. Results: The risk factors for pregnant women were older gestational age, increasing body mass index, living in the countryside or small towns, fewer antenatal visits, and cold seasons. Conclusions: Health education should be emphasized to encourage women to have children at a relatively younger age and control weight during pregnancy. Special measures should be taken to improve the living condition and prenatal care in the countryside and small towns.

Acknowledgements

We thank Prof. LIN Dongtao for copyediting this manuscript.

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