Preeclampsia, gestational diabetes and later risk of cardiovascular disease: Women’s experiences and motivation for lifestyle changes explored in focus group interviews

Preeclampsia, gestational diabetes and later risk of cardiovascular disease: Women’s experiences and motivation for lifestyle changes explored in focus group interviews

Abstract Background Preeclampsia (PE) and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) are both associated with increased risk of future cardiovascular disease (CVD). Knowledge of the relationship between these pregnancy complications and increased CVD risk enables early prevention through lifestyle changes....

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Main Authors: Heidi L. Sandsæter, Julie Horn, Janet W. Rich-Edwards, Hege S. Haugdahl
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-11-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Subjects:
Preeclampsia
Gestational diabetes mellitus
Cardiovascular disease
Prevention
women’s health
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12884-019-2591-1

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