What condition is characterized by signs such as hypertension associated with proteinuria?

Pre-eclampsia is a condition that specifically manifests during pregnancy, typically after the 20th week, and is characterized by hypertension and proteinuria. The presence of both elevated blood pressure and proteins in the urine indicates an improper response by the body to the changes of pregnancy, leading to potential complications for both the mother and the fetus.

This condition can progress to more severe forms, such as eclampsia, which includes seizures, or HELLP syndrome, which is characterized by hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count. However, pre-eclampsia is distinguished by the combination of hypertension and proteinuria alone, making it the correct choice when these signs are present.

Gestational hypertension, while also characterized by elevated blood pressure in pregnancy, does not include the proteinuria component, which is critical in the classification of pre-eclampsia. Thus, if both hypertension and proteinuria are observed in a patient, pre-eclampsia is the most accurate diagnosis.