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Abstract This study was on pregnancy induced hypertension in women in Lagos state. Four objectives were raised which included:  To determine the prevalence of PIH and its complications among women attending ANC at Lagos State General Hospital, to assess the knowledge of pregnant women on PIH and its related complications, to assess the management of PIH and its related complications by health workers (Doctors, Midwives/Nurse-Midwives) and to determine the factors ...

ABSTRACT Pregnancy induced hypertensive disorders have become very common medical complication in Nigeria with its attendant morbidity and mortality. The morbidity and mortality may be associated with its possible effect on the kidneys which was studied. Results of the electrolyte changes from this study showed that there was non-significant difference (p>0.05) in sodium ion concentration of subjects with pregnancy induced hypertension in second and third trimesters (groups 4 and 5 ...