Preeclampsia is a condition characterized by maternal high blood pressure and protein in the urine.
Once the diagnosis of preeclampsia is made, your provider may recommend that you give birth right away rather than wait for labor to start spontaneously. She or he will most likely suggest induction of labor, as it is safest for you to give birth vaginally. However, you may require a cesarean section if your blood pressure is uncontrolled or if there is evidence that the condition is harming your baby.
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