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How does a biophysical profile help pregnancy-induced hypertension?

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It doesn't: A biophysical profile (bpp) is not performed to help gestational hypertensive disorders, but to assess fetal well being. The bpp is an evaluation for signs of uteroplacental insufficiency, a complication of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. If there are signs of deterioration in the fetal status, early delivery may be indicated.

Answered 12/26/2014

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Doesn't help: A biophysical profile tests how the preeclampsia is affecting the fetus ( a test of fetal well being).

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