HELLP Syndrome

  • Facts:
    Poor prognosis
  • History / PE:
    RUQ pain
    Preeclampsia
  • Diagnosis:
    Hemolysis
    E levated LFTs
    Low Platelets
  • Treatment:
    Immediate delivery if beyond 34 wks gestation
    Consider dexamethasone tx window if before 34 wks and mom stable
  • See Also:
    HUS
    ITP
    TTP



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July 19th 2010