Preeclampsia - Antepartum management and timing of delivery

NameBOMBO GENERAL MILITARY HOSPITAL
Activity TitlePreeclampsia - Antepartum management and timing of delivery
DetailsPreeclampsia: Antepartum Management and Timing of Delivery Preeclampsia is a hypertensive disorder of pregnancy characterized by new-onset hypertension and organ dysfunction after 20 weeks’ gestation. It remains a leading cause of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality worldwide. This CME session will focus on antepartum management and timing of delivery, including: Risk assessment and monitoring: maternal symptoms, blood pressure control, laboratory surveillance, and fetal well-being assessment Pharmacologic management: antihypertensive therapy and seizure prophylaxis with magnesium sulfate Criteria for expectant management versus immediate delivery Optimal timing of delivery based on gestational age, disease severity, and maternal-fetal status Timely diagnosis, careful monitoring, and appropriate intervention are critical to optimizing outcomes for both mother and baby.
CompetenceObstetrics and Gynaecology
Start Date08-07-2025
End Date08-07-2025
Event Time08:30 AM
LocationGMH
Cost (UGX)0
CPD Points2