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Demographic characteristics for normal and preeclamptic pregnancies from which placentas were used in the study
| Variables | Normal (n=31) | Preeclampsia (n=10) | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maternal age (years) | 33 ± 6 | 33 ± 5 | --- |
| Racial Status | |||
| White | 5 | 1 | --- |
| Black | 26 | 9 | --- |
| Gestational Age (weeks) | 37 ± 5 | 34 ± 5 | 0.2025 |
| Blood Pressure (mmHg) | |||
| Systolic | 118 ± 11 | 169 ± 17 | <0.0001 |
| Diastolic | 74 ± 10 | 108 ± 15 | <0.0001 |
| Mode of Delivery | |||
| Vaginal | 10 | 1 | --- |
| Caesarean Section | 21 | 9 | --- |
Data presented as mean ± SD.
