HELLP syndrome: an often unrecognized complication of preeclampsia.
We describe a case of preeclampsia with the HELLP (Haemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, Low Platelets) syndrome and highlight the delayed diagnosis due to its nonspecific presentation. This syndrome is associated with significant maternal and perinatal mortality and morbidity and we discuss the importance of early recognition of the condition, aggressive management and a multidisciplinary approach.
Lim
B H
BH
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Auckland, Middlemore Hospital, New Zealand.
Barry
C L
CL
Brown
G H
GH
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006461:Hemolysis; D006801:Humans; D008099:Liver / Q000201:enzymology*; D011225:Pre-Eclampsia / Q000150:complications*; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000401:mortality; D013577:Syndrome; D013921:Thrombocytopenia / Q000209:etiology*