Procedure Ready: Ob/Gyn

Hypertension in Pregnancy


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Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy exist on a spectrum – from chronic hypertension to eclamptic seizures. This episode breaks down the classifications, blood pressure thresholds, antihypertensive options, severe features to watch for, and the HELLP syndrome.

Show Outline:

  • The Spectrum – Hypertension in pregnancy as one large continuum
  • Blood Pressure Thresholds – Mild range: 140/90; Severe range: 160/110
  • Classifications – CHTN → SIPE (superimposed preeclampsia); gHTN → Pre-E (preeclampsia)
  • BP Medications – Methyldopa, labetalol, hydralazine, nifedipine
  • Severe Features – Severe-range BPs, neurologic symptoms, lab abnormalities
  • HELLP Syndrome – Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, Low Platelets
  • Eclampsia – Seizures in the setting of preeclampsia
  • About the Speaker:

    Jennifer Doorey, MD, MS – Academic Ob/Gyn at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. As the founder of MedReady, Dr. Doorey seeks to advance clinical medical education by developing resources for medical students and clinical educators.

    Procedure Ready: Ob/Gyn is a podcast aimed at medical, PA, and NP students entering their clinical rotation in Ob/Gyn. The views expressed are the speaker's own and do not constitute medical advice.

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