Preeclampsia is one of the most serious complications of pregnancy, and one of the leading causes of maternal mortality worldwide. A new breakthrough medication targets dangerously high blood pressure in the mother and immediately stabilizes it, while improving blood flow to the womb. The drug doesn't cross into the placenta or the breastmilk, thus doesn't reach the baby.
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Primer tratamiento contra la preeclampsia salva vidas

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Un medicamento nuevo trata con éxito la preeclampsia, la complicación más peligrosa y mortal durante el embarazo. Detiene la presión arterial alta en la madre de forma inmediata y aumenta el flujo sanguíneo al útero sin que la droga pase por la placenta y afecte al bebé. Está por ver si también puede atrasar el parto precoz causado por la misma condición..

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