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Pregnancy Induced Hypertension
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Definition: High arterial blood pressure, in adults, usually defined as pressures exceeding 140/90. Though in certain patient the rate of rise over mid trimester is more accurate in diagnosis. This is not necessarily a chronic condition.

Also Known As: PIH, pregnancy induced hypertension

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