Differences in serum magnesium levels, folic acid, and infant outcomes in severe preeclampsia: A literature review

Abstract

The purpose of this systematic review is to review studies on serum magnesium, folic acid levels in severe preeclampsia and see the impact of a mother with preeclampsia on her baby. Several studies have shown magnesium deficiency and folic acid to be a factor causing preeclampsia which also affects infant outcomes. The method used is an electronic database that has been published through the PubMed and Science Direct online libraries. Keywords used for article searches are based on study questions. From 4 articles as a whole discussion preeclampsia. The most common risk factor for preeclampsia is obesity followed by chronic hypertension and diabetes. The incidence of prematurity is also higher in preeclampsia patients. Mothers with preeclampsia have a worse prognosis for mothers and babies compared to normal pregnant women. Preeclampsia still a public health problem because of its high incidence rate. Various countries have conducted research related to magnesium and folic acid associated with preeclampsia, this can be a material for consideration and early detection of the incidence of preeclampsia so that prevention and treatment of preeclampsia can be done earlier.

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