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Table 2 Management of women with PIH in Harare, Zimbabwe, September 2012

From: Prevalence of pregnancy induced hypertension and pregnancy outcomes among women seeking maternity services in Harare, Zimbabwe

Medication

Mild PIH (BP140/90mmHg) N = 41 (n,%)

Severe PIH (BP ≥ 160/110mmHg) N = 15 (n,%)

No Medication/Bed rest

16 (39.0)

3 (20.0)

Methyl Dopa

19 (46.3)

9 (60.0)

Nifedipine

2 (4.9)

1 (6.7)

Methyldopa + nifedipine

4 (9.8)

1 (6.7)

Hydralazine

0

1 (6.7)

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BMC Cardiovascular Disorders

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