Preeclampsia is also known as pregnancy - induced hypertension . Occurs in up to 8 percent of all cases , is among most serious cases . Symptoms include blood pressure higher than 140 over 90 , severe bleeding . Patients usually are on bed rest ; only cure is to deliver the baby .
Preeclampsia is also known as pregnancy-induced hypertension . Occurs in up to 8 percent of all pregnancies , is among most serious complications . Symptoms include blood pressure higher than 140 over 90 , severe headaches . Patients usually put on bed rest ; only cure is to deliver the baby .