Trends in Cardiovascular Medicine
Volume 18, Issue 5 , Pages 186-194, July 2008

Novel Biomarkers for Predicting Preeclampsia

  • David M. Carty
  • ,
  • Christian Delles
  • ,
  • Anna F. Dominiczak

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Prof. Anna F. Dominiczak, BHF Glasgow Cardiovascular Research Centre, University of Glasgow, 126 University Place, G12 8TA Glasgow, United Kingdom. Tel.: (+44) 141-330-5420; fax: (+44) 141-330-6997

BHF Glasgow Cardiovascular Research Centre, University of Glasgow, G12 8TA Glasgow, United Kingdom

Preeclampsia is a major cause of maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide. Despite decades of research into the condition, the ability of clinicians to predict preeclampsia prior to the onset of symptoms has not improved significantly. In this review, we will examine the pathophysiology underlying preeclampsia and will look at potential biomarkers for early prediction and diagnosis. In addition, we will explore potential future areas of research into the condition.

 

PII: S1050-1738(08)00102-3

doi:10.1016/j.tcm.2008.07.002

Trends in Cardiovascular Medicine
Volume 18, Issue 5 , Pages 186-194, July 2008