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HELLP syndrome.

W Rath1, A Faridi, J W Dudenhausen

  • 1Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, University-Hospital Aachen, Germany. wrath@post.klinikum.rwth-aachen.de

Journal of Perinatal Medicine
|October 14, 2000
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HELLP syndrome, a severe pre-eclampsia complication, lacks early detection and prevention. Prompt delivery or expectant management in perinatal centers is crucial for maternal and fetal well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine
  • Hematology

Background:

  • HELLP syndrome is a life-threatening condition, a severe variant of pre-eclampsia, affecting 0.17-0.85% of births.
  • Pathophysiology involves endothelial dysfunction, intravascular coagulation, and microcirculatory disturbances.
  • Early recognition and prevention strategies remain challenging.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the characteristics, diagnosis, and management of HELLP syndrome.
  • To highlight diagnostic markers and clinical presentations.
  • To discuss current management guidelines regarding delivery timing.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of HELLP syndrome.
  • Analysis of diagnostic criteria including laboratory findings (hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, low platelets).

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  • Examination of clinical symptoms, gestational timing, and postpartum occurrence.

    • Main Results:

    • HELLP syndrome typically manifests between 32-34 weeks gestation, with up to 30% occurring postpartum.
    • Key diagnostic indicators include low haptoglobin, elevated AST/ALT preceding platelet drop, and characteristic pain.
    • Hypertension and proteinuria are not consistently present, complicating diagnosis.

    Conclusions:

    • Immediate delivery is recommended for pregnancies at or beyond 32-34 weeks gestation.
    • Expectant management in specialized centers is feasible before 32-34 weeks.
    • Recurrence risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy is significant (27-48%).