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Caroline L Stella1, Khurram M Malik, Baha M Sibai

  • 1Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, USA.

American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
|March 18, 2008
PubMed
Summary
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HELLP syndrome, a rare condition, can occur without typical symptoms like hypertension or proteinuria. This case highlights a severe presentation involving hepatic rupture, emphasizing the need for broader diagnostic considerations.

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Hematology
  • Critical Care Medicine

Background:

  • HELLP syndrome (Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, Low Platelets) is a severe obstetric complication.
  • Proteinuria and hypertension are common diagnostic indicators for preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome.
  • Atypical presentations of HELLP syndrome pose diagnostic challenges.

Observation:

  • A 33-year-old primigravid patient initially presented with symptoms suggestive of pulmonary embolism.
  • The patient was subsequently readmitted with a subcapsular hematoma.
  • The clinical course led to a final diagnosis of HELLP syndrome.

Findings:

  • The patient was diagnosed with HELLP syndrome despite the absence of proteinuria and hypertension.
  • A significant sequela of the syndrome was hepatic rupture.
  • This case underscores the variability in HELLP syndrome presentation.

Implications:

  • Physicians should consider HELLP syndrome in pregnant patients with unexplained abdominal pain, liver abnormalities, or hematological changes, even without classic signs.
  • Early recognition and management of HELLP syndrome are crucial to prevent life-threatening complications like hepatic rupture.
  • This case contributes to the understanding of rare HELLP syndrome variants and their management.