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Liver diseases in pregnancy.

D M Yip, A L Baker

    Clinics in Perinatology
    |October 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary

    Pregnancy commonly causes mild liver function test abnormalities. However, significant alterations may indicate serious conditions like viral hepatitis, intrahepatic cholestasis, or acute fatty liver disease, requiring prompt medical attention.

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    Area of Science:

    • Hepatology
    • Obstetrics
    • Maternal-Fetal Medicine

    Background:

    • Pregnancy-induced physiological liver function test (LFT) changes include elevated alkaline phosphatase and decreased albumin.
    • Physicians must differentiate these normal changes from pathological liver conditions during pregnancy.

    Observation:

    • Viral hepatitis is the most frequent cause of jaundice in pregnancy, with good maternal outcomes.
    • Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) is the second leading cause of jaundice, generally benign but with risks.
    • Acute fatty liver of pregnancy (AFLP) is rare but associated with high maternal and fetal mortality.

    Findings:

    • Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection poses a risk of perinatal transmission; infant vaccination with HBIG and vaccine is 90% effective.
    • ICP management includes Vitamin K for coagulopathy and cholestyramine for pruritus.
    • Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for AFLP, cirrhosis with varices, and other severe liver diseases in pregnancy.

    Implications:

    • Understanding pregnancy-specific LFTs is vital for accurate diagnosis and management.
    • Timely intervention for severe liver conditions in pregnancy can improve maternal and fetal outcomes.
    • Management strategies for pregnant patients with liver disease range from conservative care to surgical intervention.

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