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Cross-sectional analysis reveals higher hypocalcemia rates in geriatric women with preeclampsia, suggesting calcium’s role in maternal health.
Introduction: Preeclampsia remains a major cause of maternal and fetal morbidity, particularly in geriatric pregnancies. Hypocalcemia has been identified as a potential risk factor for preeclampsia due to its role in vascular regulation and endothelial function. Objective: To compare the incidence of hypocalcemia between geriatric pregnant women who had and had not preeclampsia. Materials and Method: This is a cross-sectional analytical study that was undertaken at PNS Hafeez, Islamabad from 13th March, 2025 to 15th June, 2025. Eighty pregnant women aged >35 years were grouped into two categories, namely preeclamptic (Group A) and normotensive (Group B). Data of serum calcium levels were analyzed after measurement with SPSS version 23. Results: Hypocalcemia was significantly more common in the preeclamptic group (72.5%) compared to the normotensive group (32.5%) (p < 0.001). Conclusion: Preeclampsia associated with hypocalcemia is observed in geriatric pregnancies. Regular screening and calcium supplementation could lead to less terrible maternal outcomes.
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