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American Heart Association. 2025. Advancing maternal health: Exploring the impact of hypertension guidelines in pregnancy . Dallas, TX: American Heart Association,

Annotation: This presentation for healthcare professionals summarizes the 2025 AHA/ACC blood pressure guidelines tailored for pregnant and postpartum persons. It identifies cardiovascular disease as the leading cause of maternal mortality and provides evidence-based recommendations for the classification and management of hypertensive disorders such as preeclampsia. The document details clinical workflows and algorithms for urgent blood pressure control alongside lifestyle modifications to reduce long-term cardiovascular risk. Additional topics include strategies for transitional care during the "fourth trimester" and guidance for non-obstetric providers on recognizing maternal health complications in emergency and clinic settings,,.

Keywords: Cardiovascular diseases, Guidelines, Hyptertension, Perinatal care, Postpartum care

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