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Preeclampsia Risk Scores Under USPSTF Lack Precision, Study Finds

Researchers found that USPSTF guidelines inadequately stratify preeclampsia risk among pregnant patients, particularly those at moderate risk, and therefore limit the utility of aspirin prophylaxis recommendations.

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  1. Nearly 89% of pregnant patients at increased risk for preeclampsia.
  2. Nulliparity is the only significant predictor of preeclampsia risk.
  3. 12.1% overall incidence of preeclampsia observed.
  4. Risk factors included chronic hypertension, obesity, age, and race.
  5. 82% aspirin prophylaxis recommendation in high-risk patients.

Source: JAMA Network Open

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