Universal Aspirin Dispensation for Prevention of Preeclampsia in High-Risk Pregnancies: Evidence Synthesis and Clinical Implications

Highlights

  • Universal aspirin administration (162 mg daily) starting early in pregnancy reduces incidence and delays onset of preeclampsia with severe features in high-risk populations.
  • Implementation of direct aspirin dispensation during prenatal visits leads to high adherence (~80%) and favorable maternal and neonatal outcomes without increased bleeding or abruption risk.
  • Early aspirin initiation (before 12 weeks’ gestation) further improves hypertensive and neonatal outcomes beyond standard practice.
  • Advanced first-trimester screening algorithms incorporating biomarkers (e.g., PlGF) enhance risk identification but may benefit from complementing universal aspirin strategies in high-prevalence settings.

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