Ep 206 – Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy
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May 14, 2026 · 15 min · Episode 206
About this episode
Dr Roger Henderson explores hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, discussing their impact, mechanisms, risk factors, and management strategies.
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores hypertensive disorders of pregnancy – one of the most important and potentially life-threatening conditions encountered in obstetric care. Affecting up to one in 10 pregnancies, these disorders range from mild hypertension to severe complications such as preeclampsia, eclampsia and HELLP (haemolysis, elevated liver enzymes and low platelets) syndrome. Despite advances in prenatal monitoring and management, they remain a leading cause of maternal and foetal morbidity worldwide. Here, we look at the underlying mechanisms, risk factors, clinical features and current management strategies, with a focus on practical insights to support clinical decision-making and improve outcomes for both mother and baby. Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at: https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/podcasts/obstetrics/ep-206-hypertensive-disorders-of-pregnancy . Did you know? With GPnotebook Pro, you can earn CPD credits by tracking the podcast episodes you listen to. Learn more .
People in this episode
Host: Dr Roger Henderson
Topics covered
- hypertensive disorders
- pregnancy
- obstetric care
- maternal health
- clinical management
Keywords
- hypertension
- preeclampsia
- eclampsia
- HELLP syndrome
- maternal morbidity
- foetal morbidity
- clinical decision-making
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