NIH R01 · 2025
Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) are one of the most common pregnancy complications, and a leading cause of perinatal mortality and morbidity. People with HDP are at increased risk of life-threatening pregnancy complications and postnatal cardiovascular disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. In the US, prevalence of HDP has increased over time and exhibits stark health disparities; neither trend is explained by known risk factors. Environmental exposures, particularly those that disrupt endothelial and placental function, may contribute to HDP risk. A developing body of work examines whether ubiquitous, modifiable environmental exposures such as air pollution, temperature extremes,…
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