PMID: 16625813Apr 22, 2006Paper

The multiple challenges in the management of a patient with HELLP syndrome, liver rupture and eclampsia

The West Virginia Medical Journal
Craig S HerringChristos G Hatjis

Abstract

We report a case of a patient with HELLP syndrome, hemorrhagic shock due to liver rupture and late postpartum eclampsia superimposed on lupus nephropathy and chronic hypertension. This patient was delivered at 26 weeks by C-section. Aggressive and complex surgical and medical treatments were necessary to achieve hemostasis and stabilize the patient. She recovered and was discharged to home on the 24th postpartum day in good condition. The premature baby was discharged home in fair condition on the 131st hospital day.

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