An integrative review of the side effects related to the use of magnesium sulfate for pre-eclampsia and eclampsia management

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Pre-eclampsia/eclampsia is one of the most common causes of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality in low and middle income countries. Magnesium sulfate is the drug of choice for prevention of seizures as part of comprehensiv...

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Main Authors: Smith Jeffrey Michael, Lowe Richard F, Fullerton Judith, Currie Sheena M, Harris Laura, Felker-Kantor Erica
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2013-02-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2393/13/34