Understanding Cardiovascular Health in Early Pregnancy and Its Influence on Hypertensive Disorders
Key Findings on Cardiovascular Health and Pregnancy
Research has revealed a direct correlation between pregnancy and cardiovascular health. Specifically during the first trimester, maintaining good cardiovascular health may reduce the genetic risk linked to hypertensive disorders such as preeclampsia and gestational hypertension.
American Heart Association Insights
The preliminary findings presented at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2024 took place in Chicago from September 5-8, showcasing the latest in research about hypertension and its Connection to heart health.
The Role of Genetic Risk Factors
- Hypertensive disorders are significant contributors to mortality for both expecting mothers and their unborn children.
- Utilizing a polygenic risk score model can help estimate the likelihood of developing such disorders based on genetic background.
- The American Heart Association's Life's Essential 8 (LE8) system assesses cardiovascular health during early pregnancy.
However, it remains unclear how influential this scoring system is in predicting overall risk for hypertensive disorders.
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