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Meaning of PRE-ECLAMPSIA

Pronunciation:  preei'klampseeu

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 Definition: [n]  abnormal state of pregnancy characterized by hypertension and fluid retention and albuminuria; can lead to eclampsia if untreated
 
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 Synonyms: preeclampsia
 
 See Also: toxaemia, toxaemia of pregnancy, toxemia, toxemia of pregnancy

 

 

 

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