Definition: Preeclampsia is a disorder of pregnancy characterized by hypertension and edema. Mothers of multiples have a particularly high risk of contracting preeclampsia during their pregnancy.
Also Known As: Toxemia, Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH)
Alternate Spellings: Pre-eclampsia
Common Misspellings: Preclampsia, preeclampsai, preclamsia
