A Study to Observe the Effects of Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension and Pre eclampsia on Left Ventricular Function by Echocardiography

Abstract

Introduction: Hypertensive disorders complicating pregnancy contribute significantly to 
maternal and perinatal mortality and morbidity. The spectrum of disorders includes 
gestational hypertension, pre-eclampsia and eclampsia which are associated with poor 
placentation, fetal growth restriction and long term maternal cardiovascular outcomes. 
Cardiac manifestations are varied and can be studied by 2D and Doppler Echocardiography.