Abstract
Pre-eclampsia/eclampsia is one of the most serious pregnancy complications in modern obstetrics. The article presents the historical data about the study of pre-eclampsia and eclampsia since the 4th century BC. The evolution of terminology is presented. According to the development of medical science there appeared a new theory of the etiology and the conception of pathogenesis developed. It shows the contribution of Russian scientists to improve methods of diagnosis, treatment and prevention of this complication of pregnancy. The achievements of modern obstetric science allow to predict pre-eclampsia from early pregnancy. Despite long history of studying, many aspects of this problem still remain unresolved.
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