Fact Sheets

High-Risk Pregnancy
A high-risk pregnancy is one in which a woman and her fetus face a higher-than-normal chance of experiencing complications. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Preeclampsia
A potentially life-threatening form of hypertension that can occur during the second half of pregnancy. Women with preeclampsia have high blood pressure as well as protein in her urine.
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Adult congenital heart disease is a type of defect in one or more structures of the heart that occurs before birth. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Fetal Therapy
With advancements in non-invasive imaging and surgical techniques, it is now possible to treat many problems in a fetus before birth.
Eclampsia
A rare and serious condition in which a pregnant or postpartum person suddenly has seizures. Eclampsia is a medical emergency and can lead to injury or death for the pregnant person and/or baby.
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) During Pregnancy
High blood pressure during pregnancy can negatively affect both a mother's and the baby's health during and after pregnancy.
Heart Disease in Women
Women face unique risks, warning signs and symptoms of heart disease. Here's what women—and men who care about them—need to know about this condition.
Congenital Heart Disease
Congenital heart disease refers to a structural problem that has affected the way the heart or major blood vessels have formed. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Cancer rehabilitation is a medically supervised program aimed at improving cardiovascular health. Learn more about this treatment.
Placenta Previa
A condition that occurs when a pregnant person's placenta attaches to the lowest part of the uterus, covering part or all of the cervix. In most cases, people with placenta previa cannot safely deliver a baby vaginally.