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preeclampsia

American

[pree-i-klamp-see-uh] / ˌpri ɪˈklæmp si ə /

Or pre-eclampsia

noun

Pathology. a form of toxemia of pregnancy, characterized by hypertension, fluid retention, and albuminuria, sometimes progressing to eclampsia.

Etymology

Origin of preeclampsia

First recorded in 1920–25; pre- + eclampsia

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Walker’s conditions were under control until she got pregnant, and preeclampsia is pregnancy-related.

From Slate ● Oct. 1, 2026

She also said that Owen experienced preeclampsia during her most recent pregnancy, causing her to be hospitalized several times with high blood pressure that continued even after she had given birth.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2025

Miranda was 35 weeks, 5 days pregnant when she began having symptoms of preeclampsia.

From Slate ● Apr. 24, 2025

The therapist detailed that she survived preeclampsia during her son's birth.

From Salon ● Dec. 20, 2024

Analysis of cheek swabs taken from pregnant women revealed a potential epigenetic biomarker for preeclampsia, a potentially life-threatening condition that often leads to preterm births.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 5, 2024

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