Advancing hypertensive disorders of pregnancy management: insights from the 5th preeclampsia scientifc symposium in Ghana
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2024
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The 5th Preeclampsia Scientific Symposium (PSS2023) organized by Action on Preeclampsia (APEC) Ghana
was themed: ‘Realign, Refocus: Improving outcomes of Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy through Shared Decision
Making, Research & Quality of Care’. It took place on the 18th and 19th of May 2023 at the Ghana College of Physicians
and Surgeons (GCPS), Accra Ghana. This transdisciplinary symposium brought together a national representation
of experts, policy makers, scientists, and healthcare professionals to discuss key priorities, opportunities, approaches,
and strategies to improve the maternal and perinatal outcomes of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)
in Ghana and the sub-region. The symposium centered around three key themes: realigning/refocusing patient-doc‑
tor decision making processes to improve outcomes of HDP; realigning/refocusing clinical care to improve outcomes
of HDP; and leveraging on research to predict, recognize and manage high-risk women.
This report summarizes insights from the diverse presentations and discussions held at the #PSS2023. This will
form a roadmap for future research, policy, and interventions to improve outcomes of HDP in Ghana and the sub region. The symposium provided a wealth of evidence and knowledge from various experts, highlighting the need
for women-centered care, equitable re-allocation of resources, multi-sectoral and innovative approaches, capacity
strengthening. Other highlights include knowledge base development and increased stakeholder and community
engagement with an overall aim of improving outcomes of HDP. The symposium also fostered inclusivity, welcoming
survivors of HDP and their families at a scientific platform. They provided invaluable insights into the challenges faced
and the lived experiences of those affected by the disease. Trainees and students also benefited from the symposium
as it provided networking opportunities with fellow researchers, and a front row to gaining insights into cutting-edge
research in Ghana
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Preeclampsia Scientifc Symposium (PSS2023), pregnancy, Ghana