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Is abnormally high blood pressure the best indication of preeclampsia?

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Dr. Nikolaos Zacharias answered

Specializes in Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Yes.: Hypertension and proteinuria are the hallmarks of preeclampsia.

Dr Altman and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 4/25/2016

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