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[n] abnormal state of pregnancy characterized by hypertension and fluid retention and albuminuria; can lead to eclampsia if untreated |
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PREECLAMPSIA is a 12 letter word that starts with P. |
| | Synonyms: | | pre-eclampsia |
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| | See Also: | | toxaemia, toxaemia of pregnancy, toxemia, toxemia of pregnancy |
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| Medical Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | A condition that can occur during pregnancy marked by pregnancy-induced hypertension, protein in the urine and swelling. Also called toxemia. |
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| Biology Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | Development of hypertension (high blood pressure), accompanied by edema, or proteinuria, or both, due to pregnancy. This can be a very dangerous condition. |
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