Study note

Recurrence and delivery after observation for hypertension without severe features

THE CONTEXT
Women undergoing expectant management for gestational hypertension or pre-eclampsia without severe features are not considered cured.

Recurrence

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The passage states that the majority of these women—90%—develop recurrence.

Admission and delivery

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Some women may require hospital admission for a few days until completion of 37 weeks.
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Delivery is recommended after completion of 37 weeks.
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