Asem A. Moussa, MD

Pre-eclampsia first described more than hundred years ago, remains a leading cause of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Despite extensive researches, our knowledge of the aetiology and pathophysiology is still limited (Chappel & Bewley, 1998).

Polycystic ovary syndrome is characterized by enlarged ovaries, multiple peripherally arranged cysts and increased stromal density(1). Polycystic ovary syndrome is responsible for approximately 25-30% of infertility in women, which is mainly anovulatory(2). Ovulation can be induced with antiesterogens in many women but a proportion fail to respond and even in those who ovulate, the pregnancy rate is often low and the miscarriage rate is high.

Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) is thought to play a role in several stages of carcinogenesis through its contribution to immunocomptence, inhibition of mutation formation and repair of membranes and DNA.

Comparative Study BetweenEpidural Analgesia vs. Other Anaesthetic Techniques on the Maternal Blood Pressure and Foetal Outcome in Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH)