Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of preeclampsia?

• A. Seizures.
• B. Placental abruption.
• C. Oliguria.
• D. Gestational diabetes.

Answer: (D)

Preeclampsia can cause widespread end-organ dysfunction, leading to several serious maternal complications. Seizures occur when cerebral involvement progresses to eclampsia, a danger sign of worsening disease. Placental abruption happens because abnormal placental blood flow and vasospasm can cause the placenta to detach from the uterus, risking heavy bleeding and fetal distress. Oliguria signals kidney involvement from the disease, reflecting reduced renal perfusion and injury. Gestational diabetes, however, is a separate condition characterized by glucose intolerance first recognized in pregnancy; it is not caused by preeclampsia and is not a direct complication of it, though the two conditions can co-occur or share risk factors.