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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-doctor 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. Highlights: • Nearing the completion of the SDG's, engaging multi-sectoral and transdisciplinary perspectives, tools and systems is critical to improving treatment outcomes for women who develop preeclampsia in Ghana. • Women play a pivotal role in decision-making regarding their care, and maternity services ought to cater to their unique requirements. • Tackling the primary obstacles to delivering preeclampsia care in resource-limited settings holds significant promise for enhancing outcomes for both mothers and newborns. • Research priority-setting offers a feasible approach to empower patients by improving their awareness, confidence, networks, and capabilities to engage in research, while also ensuring that their choices and preferences are valued and honored. • The latest developments in predicting, preventing, and managing preeclampsia hold the potential to enhance outcomes for both mothers and babies in this life-threatening condition. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
