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A case of VIPoma.
L Crawford1, V Amin1
1Russells Hall Hospital, Pensnett Road, Dudley, West Midlands, UK.
International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia
|October 17, 2022
Summary
This case report details managing a pregnant woman with a VIPoma, a rare neuroendocrine tumor. The successful peripartum management involved a multidisciplinary team, electrolyte balance, and careful labor analgesia.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Endocrinology
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
Background:
- VIPoma is a rare, malignant neuroendocrine tumor secreting vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP).
- VIP secretion can cause severe physiological disruption, including chronic diarrhea and electrolyte imbalances.
- Management during pregnancy and peripartum presents unique challenges due to maternal and fetal well-being considerations.
