Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy-a Rare but Potentially Catastrophic Cause of Jaundice in Pregnancy

Memon, Sharmeen I. and Acharya, Neema S. (2021) Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy-a Rare but Potentially Catastrophic Cause of Jaundice in Pregnancy. Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, 33 (60B). pp. 3050-3055. ISSN 2456-9119

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Abstract

A 27-year-old female primigravida at 36.2 weeks gestational age presented nausea, vomiting, and yellowish discoloration of the eyes. On investigation, she had deranged liver and kidney functions, and USG was suggestive of Coarse Echotexture of the Maternal liver. We diagnosed it as a case of Acute fatty liver of pregnancy followed by Early Caesarean section and intensive supportive management. Active monitoring of Haemodynamic status, Metabolic status, Coagulation profile, Renal, and CNS function resulted in a safe and healthy mother and child.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: Pacific Library > Medical Science
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Date Deposited: 07 Apr 2023 05:56
Last Modified: 19 Sep 2024 10:12
URI: http://editor.classicopenlibrary.com/id/eprint/451

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