C-reactive protein levels, blood pressure and the risks of gestational hypertensive complications

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Title: C-reactive protein levels, blood pressure and the risks of gestational hypertensive complications
Authors: Jonge, Layla L. de, Steegers, Eric A.P., Ernst, Gesina D.S., Lindemans, Jan, Russcher, Henk, Hofman, Albert, Jaddoe, Vincent W.V.
Source: Journal of Hypertension; December 2011, Vol. 29 Issue: 12 p2413-2421, 9p
Abstract: Aim of this study was to investigate the associations of C-reactive protein levels, as marker of low-grade inflammation, with blood pressure development during pregnancy and the risks of gestational hypertensive complications. We also explored the role of maternal BMI in these associations.
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ISSN:02636352
14735598
DOI:10.1097/HJH.0b013e32834c58e5
Published in:Journal of Hypertension
Language:English