🚨 Yes, eclampsia has been linked to maternal deaths in Rivers State, Nigeria. A study at the Rivers State.





 🚑 Yes, eclampsia has been linked to maternal deaths in Rivers State, Nigeria. A study at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) found a case fatality rate of 7.8% among women with eclampsia, meaning 10 out of 128 women with eclampsia died during the study. Eclampsia, a severe complication of pre-eclampsia, is a significant cause of maternal mortality worldwide, especially in developing countries. 

Elaboration:

✅Eclampsia and Maternal Mortality:

Eclampsia, characterized by seizures in pregnant or postpartum women, is a serious condition that can lead to maternal death. 

Study in Rivers State:

A study conducted at RSUTH revealed a concerning maternal death rate from eclampsia. 

✅Global Impact:

Eclampsia is a major contributor to maternal mortality, particularly in resource-poor countries like Nigeria. 

✅Pre-eclampsia as a Risk Factor:

Eclampsia is a severe complication of pre-eclampsia, a condition characterized by high blood pressure and other organ damage. 

✅Early Detection and Management:

Early detection and management of pre-eclampsia, along with proper treatment of eclampsia, are crucial in reducing maternal mortality


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