Prevalencia de trastornos hipertensivos en gestantes y sus complicaciones en mujeres de 20 a 36 años en el Hospital General IESS de Babahoyo de noviembre 2022 a octubre 2023.

Abstract

The research examines the frequency of hypertensive disorders in pregnant women aged 20 to 36 years who received care at the IESS General Hospital of Babahoyo during the period from November 2022 to October 2023. A descriptive, observational and retrospective analysis of 56 medical records, revealing that preeclampsia was the most common disorder, followed by gestational hypertension and HELLP syndrome. The results underscore the need for rigorous prenatal monitoring and implementation of early management protocols to reduce maternal-fetal morbidity. Associated risk factors are also identified, such as nulliparity and pre-existing conditions such as diabetes and obesity. It is concluded that strengthening prenatal care and postnatal follow-up are essential to improve the health outcomes of mothers and newborns.