Conclusions
PE can be an independent risk
factor for PPD. Moreover, its severity and complications exacerbate the
development of PPD. Severe PE, FGR, and NICU admission all increased
nearly 3-fold risk for PPD positive screening. Patients with PE should
be offered suitable interventions, such as pain management, more
Cognitive-behavioral therapies (CBT) and interpersonal psychotherapies
(IPT) to prevent the development of PPD.
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