Conclusion
Hypertensive disorders are one of the commonest complications
of pregnancy and may be associated with significant maternal
and fetal morbidity and mortality. Although the aetiology of
these disorders is becoming increasingly better understood interventions
to prevent hypertensive disorders of pregnancy have
had poor results. The mainstay of treatment remains the use of
antihypertensive medications, the use of magnesium sulphate in
the prevention of eclampsia and multidisciplinary input to ensure
a timely delivery.