Tests for predicting complications of pre-eclampsia: A protocol for systematic reviews
2008

Predicting Complications of Pre-eclampsia

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Author Information

Author(s): Shakila Thangaratinam, Arri Coomarasamy, Steve Sharp, Fidelma O'Mahony, Shaughn O'Brien, Khaled MK Ismail, Khalid S Khan

Primary Institution: Birmingham Women's Hospital, UK

Hypothesis

The study aims to determine the accuracy of various tests to predict complications of pre-eclampsia.

Conclusion

The review will provide predictive information to help manage complications in women with pre-eclampsia.

Supporting Evidence

  • Pre-eclampsia is a major cause of maternal and fetal mortality.
  • Timely management of pre-eclampsia can reduce complications.
  • The study will synthesize existing evidence to improve clinical decision-making.

Takeaway

This study is trying to find the best tests to help doctors know which pregnant women might have problems because of pre-eclampsia.

Methodology

The study will conduct systematic quantitative reviews of existing literature to assess the accuracy of tests predicting complications of pre-eclampsia.

Potential Biases

There is a risk of publication bias due to the nature of test accuracy reviews.

Participant Demographics

Pregnant women with pre-eclampsia.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1186/1471-2393-8-38

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