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Eclampsia is a condition that occurs in 0.2-0.5% of all deliveries and is influenced by the same factors as preeclampsia. About 75% of eclamptic seizures occur before delivery and 50% of postpartum seizures occur within 48 hours after delivery, though they can occur up to 6 weeks postpartum. The pathogenesis of eclamptic seizures is poorly understood. Treatment involves controlling seizures, usually with magnesium sulfate, and controlling hypertension, usually with hydralazine or other antihypertensive drug

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