An abnormal condition encountered during pregnancy or shortly after delivery that is characterized by high blood pressure, edema, and proteinuria, but with no convulsions, is called

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Preeclampsia is a condition that occurs during pregnancy or shortly after delivery and is characterized by high blood pressure, edema, and proteinuria, but without convulsions. Ectopic pregnancy refers to a fertilized egg implanting outside of the uterus, eclampsia is characterized by seizures, and placenta previa occurs when the placenta grows in the lowest part of the uterus and covers all or part of the cervix.

An Abnormal Condition Encountered During Pregnancy or Shortly After Delivery