Thyroid functions in pregnant women with gestational hypertension

ABSTRACT

Background: In normal pregnancy, changes in thyroid function are well acknowledged; however, information about thyroid function in gestational hypertension [GH] is scanty. Hypertensive disorders complicating pregnancy are common and contribute greatly to prenatal and maternal morbidity and mortality in the developing countries. The aim of this study was to investigate thyroid functions in pregnant women with gestational hypertension