Accelerated Vascular Aging in Women with Prior Preeclampsia: A Review of Epidemiology, Pathophysiological Mechanisms, and Geroprotective Strategies

Mar 14, 2026Journal of clinical medicine

Faster Blood Vessel Aging in Women Who Had Preeclampsia: Causes, Patterns, and Ways to Protect Against It

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Abstract

Women with a history of preeclampsia may experience an estimated 1.5-year acceleration in reproductive aging.

  • Preeclampsia is linked to a twofold increase in lifetime cardiovascular disease risk.
  • Chronic hypertension may develop an average of 7.7 years earlier in women with a history of preeclampsia.
  • Lower anti-Müllerian hormone levels are consistently observed in women who have had preeclampsia.
  • Preeclampsia and ovarian aging share underlying biological processes, including mitochondrial dysfunction and inflammation.
  • Proposed strategies include using molecular aging biomarkers for better risk assessment and monitoring.
  • Pharmacological approaches may involve repurposing existing medications and exploring new therapies to address aging-related issues.

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