A syndrome of HEMOLYSIS, elevated liver ENZYMES, and low blood platelets count (THROMBOCYTOPENIA). HELLP syndrome is observed in pregnant women with PRE-ECLAMPSIA or ECLAMPSIA who also exhibit LIVER damage and abnormalities in BLOOD COAGULATION.
A complication of PREGNANCY, characterized by a complex of symptoms including maternal HYPERTENSION and PROTEINURIA with or without pathological EDEMA. Symptoms may range between mild and severe. Pre-eclampsia usually occurs after the 20th week of gestation, but may develop before this time in the presence of trophoblastic disease.
Onset of HYPERREFLEXIA; SEIZURES; or COMA in a previously diagnosed pre-eclamptic patient (PRE-ECLAMPSIA).
The status during which female mammals carry their developing young (EMBRYOS or FETUSES) in utero before birth, beginning from FERTILIZATION to BIRTH.
A characteristic symptom complex.
The co-occurrence of pregnancy and a blood disease (HEMATOLOGIC DISEASES) which involves BLOOD CELLS or COAGULATION FACTORS. The hematologic disease may precede or follow FERTILIZATION and it may or may not have a deleterious effect on the pregnant woman or FETUS.
A condition in pregnant women with elevated systolic (>140 mm Hg) and diastolic (>90 mm Hg) blood pressure on at least two occasions 6 h apart. HYPERTENSION complicates 8-10% of all pregnancies, generally after 20 weeks of gestation. Gestational hypertension can be divided into several broad categories according to the complexity and associated symptoms, such as EDEMA; PROTEINURIA; SEIZURES; abnormalities in BLOOD COAGULATION and liver functions.
Results of conception and ensuing pregnancy, including LIVE BIRTH; STILLBIRTH; SPONTANEOUS ABORTION; INDUCED ABORTION. The outcome may follow natural or artificial insemination or any of the various ASSISTED REPRODUCTIVE TECHNIQUES, such as EMBRYO TRANSFER or FERTILIZATION IN VITRO.
The failure of a FETUS to attain its expected FETAL GROWTH at any GESTATIONAL AGE.
A highly vascularized mammalian fetal-maternal organ and major site of transport of oxygen, nutrients, and fetal waste products. It includes a fetal portion (CHORIONIC VILLI) derived from TROPHOBLASTS and a maternal portion (DECIDUA) derived from the uterine ENDOMETRIUM. The placenta produces an array of steroid, protein and peptide hormones (PLACENTAL HORMONES).

A fetal fatty-acid oxidation disorder as a cause of liver disease in pregnant women. (1/99)

BACKGROUND: Acute fatty liver of pregnancy and the HELLP syndrome (hemolysis, elevated liver-enzyme levels, and a low platelet count) are serious hepatic disorders that may occur during pregnancy in women whose fetuses are later found to have a deficiency of long-chain 3-hydroxyacyl-coenzyme A (CoA) dehydrogenase. This enzyme resides in the mitochondrial trifunctional protein, which also contains the active site of long-chain 2,3-enoyl-CoA hydratase and long-chain 3-ketoacyl-CoA thiolase. We undertook this study to determine the relation between mutations in the trifunctional protein in infants with defects in fatty-acid oxidation and acute liver disease during pregnancy in their mothers. METHODS: In 24 children with 3-hydroxyacyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency, we used DNA amplification and nucleotide-sequence analyses to identify mutations in the alpha subunit of the trifunctional protein. We then correlated the results with the presence of liver disease during pregnancy in the mothers. RESULTS: Nineteen children had a deficiency only of long-chain 3-hydroxyacyl-CoA dehydrogenase and presented with hypoketotic hypoglycemia and fatty liver. In eight children, we identified a homozygous mutation in which glutamic acid at residue 474 was changed to glutamine. Eleven other children were compound heterozygotes, with this mutation in one allele of the alpha-subunit gene and a different mutation in the other allele. While carrying fetuses with the Glu474Gln mutation, 79 percent of the heterozygous mothers had fatty liver of pregnancy or the HELLP syndrome. Five other children, who presented with neonatal dilated cardiomyopathy or progressive neuromyopathy, had complete deficiency of the trifunctional protein (loss of activity of all three enzymes). None had the Glu474Gln mutation, and none of their mothers had liver disease during pregnancy. CONCLUSIONS: Women with acute liver disease during pregnancy may have a Glu474Gln mutation in long-chain hydroxyacyl-CoA dehydrogenase. Their infants are at risk for hypoketotic hypoglycemia and fatty liver.  (+info)

HELLP syndrome: recognition and perinatal management. (2/99)

HELLP, a syndrome characterized by hemolysis, elevated liver enzyme levels and a low platelet count, is an obstetric complication that is frequently misdiagnosed at initial presentation. Many investigators consider the syndrome to be a variant of preeclampsia, but it may be a separate entity. The pathogenesis of HELLP syndrome remains unclear. Early diagnosis is critical because the morbidity and mortality rates associated with the syndrome have been reported to be as high as 25 percent. Platelet count appears to be the most reliable indicator of the presence of HELLP syndrome. The D-dimer test may be a useful tool for the early identification of patients with preeclampsia who may develop severe HELLP syndrome. The mainstay of therapy is supportive management, including seizure prophylaxis and blood pressure control in patients with hypertension. Women remote from term should be considered for conservative management, whereas those at term should be delivered. Some patients require transfusion of blood products, and most benefit from corticosteroid therapy. Rarely, patients with refractory HELLP syndrome require plasmapheresis.  (+info)

Acute renal failure in Central Anatolia. (3/99)

BACKGROUND: The aetiological spectrum of acute renal failure (ARF) has changed in developed countries. It was the purpose of the study to evaluate whether similar changes have occurred in this part of the world as well. METHODS: In a prospective study a total of 439 patients with ARF were evaluated. They had been admitted to one hospital during two successive periods, i.e. 1983-1990 and 1991-1997. RESULTS: Of 439 patients with ARF, 116 were admitted in 1983-1990 (first period) and 323 in 1991-1997 (second period). The age of presentation increased from 49.8+/-6.2 years in the first period to 58.8+/-16.4 years in the second. Medical causes were present in 259 cases (59%), surgical causes in 110 cases (25%), and obstetric causes in 70 cases (16%). The frequency of surgical cases decreased from 28.4% in the first period to 23.8% in the second period. The respective figures for obstetric cases were 18.9% and 14.8%. Mortality did not change with time (33.6% in the first and 31.0% in the second period); the overall mortality was 31.7%. The mortality was higher for surgical (45.5%) than for obstetric (27.8%) and medical ARF (24.3%). CONCLUSION: In the mid-1970s, the most common causes of ARF in Turkey were obstetric complications and septic abortion. The aetiological spectrum of ARF has changed and today medical causes predominate. ARF resulting from septic abortion has become rare, possibly because of liberalization of abortion in 1983 in Turkey.  (+info)

Association of HELLP syndrome with autoimmune antibodies and glucose intolerance. (4/99)

OBJECTIVE: HELLP syndrome is a severe form of preeclampsia, characterized by hemolysis (H), elevated liver enzymes (EL), and low platelets (LP), whose pathogenesis is unclear. Autoimmunity is thought to play an important role. After the observation of development of type 1 diabetes in a patient with HELLP syndrome, we assumed a possible disease association based on autoimmune reactions. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: We examined 70 women with HELLP syndrome for the presence of autoimmune markers and glucose intolerance. Free thyroxine, triiodothyronine, thyroid-stimulating hormone, anti-thyroglobulin antibodies, thyroperoxidase antibodies, thyrotropin receptor antibodies, antinuclear antibodies (ANAs) and anti-DNA, islet cell antibodies, GADA, an oral glucose tolerance test, and HbA1c were determined postpartum. Patients with positive autoimmune markers or glucose intolerance were prospectively followed and repeated testing was performed. There were 60 women with a normal course of pregnancy matched for age, BMI, and number of pregnancies, which served as a control group. RESULTS: From the HELLP patients, 22 (31%) compared with only 6 (10%) control subjects had autoimmune antibodies (P < 0.01). There were 16 HELLP patients (23%) who exhibited only 1 kind of autoantibody (5 ANA, 9 thyroid antibodies, and 2 GADA), whereas in 6 HELLP patients (8.5%) 2 different antibodies were found. In all but 4 patients of the study group, these antibodies disappeared during 3 +/- 1.5 years of follow-up. Glucose intolerance was detected in 22 (31%) of the HELLP patients, 17 of them had impaired glucose tolerance (IGT), and 5 had diabetes, whereas only 4 subjects (6.5%) with IGT at postpartum were found in the control group (P < 0.01). During the follow-up, 2 HELLP patients were still diabetic and another 2 HELLP patients (1 GADA positive) had IGT versus 1 control subject. CONCLUSIONS: Our data give evidence that HELLP syndrome is associated with various autoimmune antibodies and glucose intolerance. Because glucose intolerance and/or autoimmune markers persisted during long-term follow-up in 6 patients with HELLP syndrome versus 1 in the control group, it may become advisable to reexamine patients with HELLP syndrome for detection of diabetes and autoimmune disorders.  (+info)

Altered subcellular distribution of cadherin-5 in endothelial cells caused by the serum of pre-eclamptic patients. (5/99)

The main clinical features of pre-eclampsia are oedema and vascular leakage. Cadherin-5 mediates endothelial cell-cell contact in the vascular endothelium and may regulate permeability as a vascular function. Therefore, we addressed the question of whether pre-eclampsia alters cadherin-5 expression and intracellular distribution. Confluent human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVEC) were incubated with 20% serum from patients with pre-eclampsia (n = 18), haemolysis-elevated liver enzymes-low platelet syndrome (HELLP) (n = 12), pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) (n = 18) or normal pregnancy (n = 10). After incubation with sera from patients with pre-eclampsia, immunostaining analyses showed cadherin-5 accumulation in vesicular and tubular structures of the Golgi apparatus. Immunoblot analyses of HUVEC after pre-eclampsia serum incubation showed an increase of the stable form of cadherin-5 while degradation products decreased. Degradation of cadherin-5 takes place at the cell membrane, so this decrease may be due to a decrease of cadherin-5 in the cell membrane. The accumulation of cadherin-5 in the vesicular and tubular structures of the Golgi apparatus indicates that targeting of cadherin-5 to the plasma membrane could be disrupted. We suggest that intracellular retention of cadherin-5 caused by serum factors in patients with pre-eclampsia may decrease the number of adhesion complexes in the cell membrane, thereby contributing to endothelial dysfunction.  (+info)

Maternal cerebral hemodynamics in pregnancy-related hypertension. A prospective transcranial Doppler study. (6/99)

AIM: To compare maternal cerebral hemodynamics, as assessed by transcranial Doppler studies, with the clinical and radiological findings in different types of pregnancy-related hypertension and to determine their pathophysiology. METHODS: A prospective study of 66 consecutive pregnant women with hypertensive disorders (eclampsia, n = 3; pre-eclampsia, n = 41; isolated hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count (HELLP)-syndrome, n = 12; pre-eclampsia superimposed on chronic hypertension, n = 5; chronic hypertension, n = 5) and 21 women with uncomplicated pregnancies. Mean blood flow velocities (Vmean) were assessed serially by means of transcranial Doppler in all basal arteries and correlated with changes in mean arterial blood pressure (MABP) and the clinical course. RESULTS: Patients with the pre-eclampsia/eclampsia syndrome showed significantly elevated Vmean values as compared to controls. In the course of the illness Vmean over the whole length of all insonated basal arteries rose simultaneously. The three eclamptic patients showed the highest Vmean values (156, 182, 192 cm/s, respectively), of the middle cerebral artery (MCA) while MABP was 135, 135, and 150 mmHg, respectively. In pre-eclamptic patients the maximal Vmean MCA ranged from 80 (67, 93) to 145 (114, 151) cm/s [median (25th, 75th percentile)] depending on the severity of clinical presentation. In patients with isolated HELLP-syndrome changes in Vmean were either mild (5/12 cases) or absent (7/12 cases). CONCLUSIONS: Considerable differences in cerebral hemodynamics were observed in the various types of pregnancy-related hypertensive disorders examined in this study. Our findings in patients with pre-eclampsia/eclampsia syndrome suggest a breakdown of autoregulation with hyperperfusion and vasogenic edema being the most probable pathophysiological mechanism.  (+info)

A polymorphism in the gene for microsomal epoxide hydrolase is associated with pre-eclampsia. (7/99)

OBJECTIVE: Microsomal epoxide hydrolase is an important enzyme involved in the metabolism of endogenous and exogenous toxicants. Polymorphic variants of the human epoxide hydrolase gene vary in enzyme activity. We determined whether genetic variability in the gene encoding for microsomal epoxide hydrolase contributes to individual differences in susceptibility to the development of pre-eclampsia with or without the syndrome of Haemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, and Low Platelets (HELLP). METHODS: A total of 183 non-pregnant women with a history of pre-eclampsia, 96 of whom had concurrently developed the HELLP syndrome, and 151 healthy female controls were genotyped for the 113Tyr-->His polymorphism in exon 3 and the 139His-->Arg polymorphism in exon 4 of the epoxide hydrolase gene by a polymerase chain reaction-restriction fragment length polymorphism assay. Chi-square analysis was used for statistical evaluation of differences in polymorphic rates. RESULTS: In pre-eclampsia a higher frequency (29%) of the high activity genotype Tyr113 Tyr113 in exon 3 was found as compared to controls (16%, OR 2.0, 95% CI 1.2-3.7). There was no difference between groups for the 139His-->Arg polymorphism. In women with a history of pre-eclampsia, no difference in epoxide hydrolase genotypes was found between women who either did or did not develop the HELLP syndrome. In addition, a significant association was found between predicted EPHX activity and pre-eclampsia. CONCLUSIONS: Women with the high activity genotype in exon 3, which could reflect differences in metabolic activation of endogenous or exogenous toxic compounds, may have enhanced susceptibility to pre-eclampsia. However, polymorphisms in the epoxide hydrolase gene do not seem to influence the risk for concurrent development of the HELLP syndrome.  (+info)

Late occurrence of diffuse cerebral swelling after intracerebral hemorrhage in a patient with the HELLP syndrome--Case report. (8/99)

Hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count (HELLP) syndrome can occur at any time in the course of pregnancy and is associated with many complications including fatal stroke. A 37-year-old female presented with HELLP syndrome causing an intracerebral hematoma, which was treated by evacuation and mild hypothermia. Unexpected diffuse cerebral swelling occurred on the 15th day of the initially favorable postoperative course. Considerable impairment of consciousness persisted despite conservative therapy. Serial computed tomographic findings indicated delayed cerebral vasospasm as the cause of the swelling. Particularly careful management is required even beyond the first 2 weeks for patients with stroke as a complication of HELLP syndrome.  (+info)

HELLP syndrome is a serious complication in pregnancy, characterized by Hemolysis (the breakdown of red blood cells), Elevated Liver enzymes, and Low Platelet count. It is often considered a variant of severe preeclampsia or eclampsia, although it can also occur without these conditions.

The symptoms of HELLP syndrome include headache, nausea and vomiting, upper right abdominal pain, and visual disturbances. It can lead to serious complications for both the mother and the baby, such as liver failure, placental abruption, disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), and even death if not promptly diagnosed and treated.

The exact cause of HELLP syndrome is not known, but it is thought to be related to problems with the blood vessels that supply the placenta. Treatment typically involves delivering the baby as soon as possible, even if the baby is premature. Women who have had HELLP syndrome are at increased risk for complications in future pregnancies.

Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy-related disorder, typically characterized by the onset of high blood pressure (hypertension) and damage to organs, such as the kidneys, after the 20th week of pregnancy. It is often accompanied by proteinuria, which is the presence of excess protein in the urine. Pre-eclampsia can lead to serious complications for both the mother and the baby if left untreated or unmanaged.

The exact causes of pre-eclampsia are not fully understood, but it is believed that placental issues, genetic factors, and immune system problems may contribute to its development. Risk factors include first-time pregnancies, history of pre-eclampsia in previous pregnancies, chronic hypertension, obesity, older age (35 or older), and assisted reproductive technology (ART) pregnancies.

Pre-eclampsia can progress to a more severe form called eclampsia, which is characterized by the onset of seizures. HELLP syndrome, another severe complication, involves hemolysis (breaking down of red blood cells), elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count.

Early detection and management of pre-eclampsia are crucial to prevent severe complications. Regular prenatal care, including frequent blood pressure checks and urine tests, can help identify early signs of the condition. Treatment typically involves close monitoring, medication to lower blood pressure, corticosteroids to promote fetal lung maturity, and, in some cases, delivery of the baby if the mother's or baby's health is at risk.

Eclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication characterized by the onset of seizures or convulsions in a woman who has already developed preeclampsia, which is a condition marked by high blood pressure and damage to organs such as the liver and kidneys. Eclampsia can occur before, during, or after delivery and is considered a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment. It can pose significant risks to both the mother and the baby, including premature birth, fetal growth restriction, and even maternal and fetal death.

The exact causes of eclampsia are not fully understood, but it is thought to be related to problems with the placenta and abnormal blood vessel development in the uterus. Risk factors for developing eclampsia include preexisting medical conditions such as chronic hypertension or diabetes, a history of preeclampsia or eclampsia in previous pregnancies, multiple gestation (carrying more than one baby), and certain genetic factors.

Treatment for eclampsia typically involves delivering the baby as soon as possible to prevent further complications. In some cases, medication may be given to manage seizures and prevent their recurrence. Close monitoring of both the mother and the baby is essential to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Pregnancy is a physiological state or condition where a fertilized egg (zygote) successfully implants and grows in the uterus of a woman, leading to the development of an embryo and finally a fetus. This process typically spans approximately 40 weeks, divided into three trimesters, and culminates in childbirth. Throughout this period, numerous hormonal and physical changes occur to support the growing offspring, including uterine enlargement, breast development, and various maternal adaptations to ensure the fetus's optimal growth and well-being.

A syndrome, in medical terms, is a set of symptoms that collectively indicate or characterize a disease, disorder, or underlying pathological process. It's essentially a collection of signs and/or symptoms that frequently occur together and can suggest a particular cause or condition, even though the exact physiological mechanisms might not be fully understood.

For example, Down syndrome is characterized by specific physical features, cognitive delays, and other developmental issues resulting from an extra copy of chromosome 21. Similarly, metabolic syndromes like diabetes mellitus type 2 involve a group of risk factors such as obesity, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels that collectively increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.

It's important to note that a syndrome is not a specific diagnosis; rather, it's a pattern of symptoms that can help guide further diagnostic evaluation and management.

Hematologic pregnancy complications refer to disorders related to the blood and blood-forming tissues that occur during pregnancy. These complications can have serious consequences for both the mother and the fetus if not properly managed. Some common hematologic pregnancy complications include:

1. Anemia: A condition characterized by a decrease in the number of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, which can lead to fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath. Iron-deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia during pregnancy.
2. Thrombocytopenia: A condition characterized by a decrease in the number of platelets (cells that help blood clot) in the blood. Mild thrombocytopenia is relatively common during pregnancy, but severe thrombocytopenia can increase the risk of bleeding during delivery.
3. Gestational thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (GTTP): A rare but serious disorder that can cause blood clots to form in small blood vessels throughout the body, leading to a decrease in the number of platelets and red blood cells. GTTP can cause serious complications such as stroke, kidney failure, and even death if not promptly diagnosed and treated.
4. Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC): A condition characterized by abnormal clotting and bleeding throughout the body. DIC can be triggered by various conditions such as severe infections, pregnancy complications, or cancer.
5. Hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets (HELLP) syndrome: A serious complication of pregnancy that can cause damage to the liver and lead to bleeding. HELLP syndrome is often associated with preeclampsia, a condition characterized by high blood pressure and damage to organs such as the liver and kidneys.

It's important for pregnant women to receive regular prenatal care to monitor for these and other potential complications, and to seek prompt medical attention if any concerning symptoms arise.

Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH), also known as gestational hypertension, is a condition characterized by the new onset of high blood pressure (≥140 mm Hg systolic or ≥90 mm Hg diastolic) after 20 weeks of pregnancy in a woman who was normotensive before. It can sometimes progress to more severe conditions like preeclampsia and eclampsia, which are associated with damage to other organ systems such as the liver and kidneys.

PIH is typically classified into two types:

1. Gestational hypertension: This is when a woman develops high blood pressure after 20 weeks of pregnancy without any protein in the urine or evidence of damage to other organ systems. Women with gestational hypertension are at increased risk for preeclampsia and may require closer monitoring.

2. Preeclampsia: This is a more severe form of PIH, characterized by high blood pressure and proteinuria (≥0.3 g in a 24-hour urine collection) after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Preeclampsia can also involve damage to other organ systems, such as the liver, kidneys, or brain, and may progress to eclampsia, a life-threatening condition characterized by seizures.

The exact causes of PIH are not fully understood, but it is thought to be related to problems with the development and function of the blood vessels that supply the placenta. Risk factors for developing PIH include first-time pregnancies, obesity, older age, a history of chronic hypertension or kidney disease, and carrying multiples (twins, triplets, etc.).

Treatment for PIH depends on the severity of the condition and the gestational age of the pregnancy. In mild cases, close monitoring of blood pressure, urine protein levels, and fetal growth may be sufficient. More severe cases may require medication to lower blood pressure, corticosteroids to promote fetal lung maturity, or early delivery of the baby to prevent further complications.

Pregnancy outcome refers to the final result or status of a pregnancy, including both the health of the mother and the newborn baby. It can be categorized into various types such as:

1. Live birth: The delivery of one or more babies who show signs of life after separation from their mother.
2. Stillbirth: The delivery of a baby who has died in the womb after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
3. Miscarriage: The spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week.
4. Abortion: The intentional termination of a pregnancy before the fetus can survive outside the uterus.
5. Ectopic pregnancy: A pregnancy that develops outside the uterus, usually in the fallopian tube, which is not viable and requires medical attention.
6. Preterm birth: The delivery of a baby before 37 weeks of gestation, which can lead to various health issues for the newborn.
7. Full-term birth: The delivery of a baby between 37 and 42 weeks of gestation.
8. Post-term pregnancy: The delivery of a baby after 42 weeks of gestation, which may increase the risk of complications for both mother and baby.

The pregnancy outcome is influenced by various factors such as maternal age, health status, lifestyle habits, genetic factors, and access to quality prenatal care.

Fetal growth retardation, also known as intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), is a condition in which a fetus fails to grow at the expected rate during pregnancy. This can be caused by various factors such as maternal health problems, placental insufficiency, chromosomal abnormalities, and genetic disorders. The fetus may be smaller than expected for its gestational age, have reduced movement, and may be at risk for complications during labor and delivery. It is important to monitor fetal growth and development closely throughout pregnancy to detect any potential issues early on and provide appropriate medical interventions.

The placenta is an organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy and provides oxygen and nutrients to the growing baby through the umbilical cord. It also removes waste products from the baby's blood. The placenta attaches to the wall of the uterus, and the baby's side of the placenta contains many tiny blood vessels that connect to the baby's circulatory system. This allows for the exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste between the mother's and baby's blood. After the baby is born, the placenta is usually expelled from the uterus in a process called afterbirth.

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  • HELLP syndrome occurs in about 0.7% of pregnancies and affects about 15% of women with eclampsia or severe pre-eclampsia. (wikipedia.org)
  • There are some major pregnancy induced hypertension like eclampsia and hellp. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
  • What are the symptoms of preeclampsia, eclampsia, & HELLP syndrome? (nih.gov)
  • The Preeclampsia, Eclampsia & HELLP Syndrome Survivors (PEHSS) Facebook group was born. (endpreeclampsia.org)
  • This is a life-threatening syndrome in pregnancy and a form of pre-eclampsia (high blood pressure with associated organ damage in pregnancy). (ubiehealth.com)
  • While commonly occurring in conjunction with these other conditions, pregnant women can also experience HELLP syndrome without having either preeclampsia or eclampsia. (pediatricmalpracticeguide.com)
  • Maternal-perinatal outcome associated with the syndrome of hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets in severe preeclampsia-eclampsia. (ijrcog.org)
  • HELLP syndrome (hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets) is a severe variant of pre-eclampsia whose pathogenesis remains unclear. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • Therefore, we used a functional complement assay, the modified Ham test, to analyze sera of women with classic or atypical HELLP syndrome, pre-eclampsia with severe features, normal pregnancies, and healthy nonpregnant women. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • A retrospective study was conducted to collect maternal and neonatal information of pre-eclampsia complicated with HELLP syndrome in Peking University First Hospital during the ten years from April 2009 to March 2019. (bvsalud.org)
  • The incidence of early-onset pre-eclampsia in the antepartum HELLP syndrome group was significant higher than that in the postpartum HELLP syndrome group [64% (45/70) vs 2/13, P=0.002]. (bvsalud.org)
  • The HELLP syndrome develops in 1 or 2 of 10 women with severe preeclampsia or eclampsia. (msdmanuals.com)
  • HELLP Syndrome is a serious, life-threatening complication of pregnancy that occurs in less than 1 percent of all pregnancies in the U.S. Pregnant women who have high blood pressure and develop severe preeclampsia or eclampsia, however, have a higher risk. (babymed.com)
  • Preeclampsia, eclampsia, gestational hypertension and HELLP syndrome are all classified as hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDPs). (lamaze.org)
  • Pre-eclampsia, which occurs in Sample feraserisingtoabove70IU/L),signsof about5%ofpregnanciesandresults A sampleof 60 pregnantwomenin clonus,HELLPsyndrome[haemolytic insubstantialmaternalandneonatal thethirdtrimesterofpregnancywere anaemia/elevatedliverenzymes/low morbidity and mortality, is a preg- recruitedfromtheoutpatientclinics plateletcount]andpapilloedema. (who.int)
  • Females who have had or are related to a female with previous HELLP syndrome complications tend to be at a higher risk in all their subsequent pregnancies. (wikipedia.org)
  • Problems with the liver and other complications of HELLP syndrome can quickly get worse and be harmful to both the mother and child. (medlineplus.gov)
  • HELLP syndrome can lead to serious complications, including liver failure and death. (nih.gov)
  • What are possible complications of HELLP syndrome? (lluch.org)
  • Watching for signs of HELLP syndrome may help prevent some complications. (lluch.org)
  • Finding out if you are at risk for HELLP syndrome may help prevent some complications of the disease. (lluch.org)
  • Here are 8 complications and risks that are associated with HELLP Syndrome that you should report to your doctor if you recognize them. (simplyhealth.today)
  • Complications such as preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome weren't even on my radar. (twiniversity.com)
  • Should you or your child experience complications or serious birth injuries resulting from undiagnosed, untreated, or mismanaged HELLP syndrome, it is critical to explore your legal options within the time limitations for filing a birth injury or medical malpractice lawsuit . (pediatricmalpracticeguide.com)
  • Both antepartum and postpartum HELLP syndrome could lead to severe maternal complications , which should be paid special attention in clinical practice, especially to the postpartum HELLP syndrome . (bvsalud.org)
  • I assumed since I didn't have any symptoms that I managed to make it through this pregnancy without any pre-e complications, but then I ended up with this weirdo version of HELLP. (oipom.com)
  • Les paramètres cliniques et obstétricales, la prise en charge, les complications et l'évolution maternelle ont été les paramètres étudiés. (bvsalud.org)
  • une hémorragie intracérébrale et l'association à d'autres complications tel que : un HELLP syndrome, un hématome rétroplacentaire et une insuffisance rénale oligo-anurique aigue. (bvsalud.org)
  • The first signs of HELLP usually start appearing midway through the third trimester, though the signs can appear in earlier and later stages. (wikipedia.org)
  • Most often, HELLP develops during the third trimester of pregnancy (between 26 to 40 weeks gestation). (medlineplus.gov)
  • HELLP syndrome is a dangerous third-trimester pregnancy complication that can cause serious health problems in both the mother and child. (pediatricmalpracticeguide.com)
  • Michelle Brooks, 27, developed rare HELLP syndrome (Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes and Low Platelets) during her third trimester. (walesonline.co.uk)
  • HELLP syndrome, named for 3 features of the disease (hemolysis, elevated liver enzyme levels, and low platelet levels), is a life-threatening condition that can potentially complicate pregnancy. (medscape.com)
  • HELLP syndrome (hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, low platelet count) may complicate severe preeclampsia. (medscape.com)
  • Hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count, or HELLP syndrome , is a rare liver and blood clotting disorder. (mothersandmore.org)
  • HELLP syndrome is a life-threatening complication of pregnancy characterized by hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes and low platelets. (emedinexus.com)
  • HELLP syndrome: hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets. (ijrcog.org)
  • The spectrum of severe preeclampsia: comparative analysis by HELLP (hemolysis, elevated liver enzyme levels, and low platelet count) syndrome classification. (ijrcog.org)
  • Weinstein L. Syndrome of hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count: a severe consequence of hypertension in pregnancy. (ijrcog.org)
  • HELLP (Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, Low platelets) syndrome is often considered a contraindication for regional anaesthesia. (uantwerpen.be)
  • She went to the hospital and found out she had HELLP (Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes and Low Platelets) Syndrome, which is a life-threatening pregnancy complication usually considered to be a variant of preeclampsia. (player.fm)
  • To analyze the clinical features and pregnancy outcomes in antepartum and postpartum hemolysis , elevated live enzymes , and low platelet count syndrome ( HELLP syndrome ). (bvsalud.org)
  • The diagnosis of HELLP syndrome (hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count) is based upon the presence of the characteristic laboratory findings in patients of appropriate gestational age. (medicalcriteria.com)
  • The cause of HELLP syndrome has not been found. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Although the cause of HELLP syndrome is unknown, certain risk factors, including a maternal age of older than 34 years, multiparity, and European descent, have been described. (medscape.com)
  • The cause of HELLP syndrome is currently unknown, although theories as described in Pathophysiology have been proposed. (medscape.com)
  • Sometimes, symptoms of HELLP syndrome can seem like a stomach flu or normal symptoms that pregnant women experience. (gilmanbedigian.com)
  • Symptoms of HELLP Syndrome can be varied, and can include symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and might even lead to severe symptoms such as liver dysfunction. (simplyhealth.today)
  • The only treatment for HELLP syndrome is the delivery of the baby. (player.fm)
  • Many women have high blood pressure and are diagnosed with preeclampsia before they develop HELLP syndrome. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Although most women who develop HELLP syndrome already have high blood pressure and preeclampsia, sometimes the syndrome is the first sign. (nih.gov)
  • HELLP syndrome patients experience general discomfort followed by severe epigastric pain or right upper abdominal quadrant pain, accompanied by nausea, vomiting, backache, anaemia, and hypertension. (wikipedia.org)
  • HELLP was once known as edema-proteinuria-hypertension gestosis type B in the early 20th century and was later renamed in 1982 by Louis Weinstein. (medscape.com)
  • Although the idea is controversial, some propose that HELLP is a severe form of preeclampsia , which, in turn, is defined as gestational hypertension accompanied by proteinuria after the 20th week of gestation. (medscape.com)
  • [ 10 ] In addition, a review by Stojanovska and Zenclussen noted that the HELLP syndrome is associated with hypertension and/or proteinuria in only 80% of patients and exhibits different cytokine activation. (medscape.com)
  • Preeclampsia (PE), which is characterized by proteinuria and hypertension, is a potentially dangerous syndrome that occurs in pregnant women after 20 weeks of gestation [ 1 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • HELLP syndrome occurs in about 1 to 2 out of 1,000 pregnancies. (medlineplus.gov)
  • HELLP syndrome may return in up to 1 out of 4 future pregnancies. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Patients with HELLP syndrome should be educated on the risk of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality in future pregnancies. (medscape.com)
  • HELLP syndrome occurs in 0.1%-0.6% of all pregnancies and in 4%-12% of patients with preeclampsia. (medscape.com)
  • HELLP syndrome is rare and occurs in less than 1% of all pregnancies. (gilmanbedigian.com)
  • Even though HELLP syndrome can be classified as a rare type of condition that's only seen in under 1% of all pregnancies, this still means that it occurs in approximately 1 in every 100 cases - and if you take into account just how many births the average hospital will see per year, the condition starts to look a little more prevalent. (simplyhealth.today)
  • Although HELLP syndrome affects up to .06% of pregnancies, it is often misdiagnosed. (pediatricmalpracticeguide.com)
  • Increased complement activation was observed in participants with classic or atypical HELLP compared with those with normal pregnancies and nonpregnant controls. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • HELLP syndrome typically occurs between week 27 of gestation and delivery, or immediately postpartum in 15%-30% of cases. (medscape.com)
  • There were 7 (6.9%) patients with postpartum HELLP and 95 with antepartum HELLP. (uantwerpen.be)
  • Comparison of clinical features in antepartum and postpartum HELLP syndrome]. (bvsalud.org)
  • They were then allocated into two groups based on the onset time of HELLP syndrome antepartum HELLP syndrome group (n=70) and postpartum HELLP syndrome group (n=13). (bvsalud.org)
  • Among the 83 pregnant women with HELLP syndrome , 70 occurred prenatally (84%, 70/83) and 13 occurred postpartum (16%, 13/83). (bvsalud.org)
  • The twin or triplet pregnancy rate in the postpartum HELLP syndrome group was significantly higher than that in the antepartum HELLP syndrome group [6/13 vs 6% (4/70), P=0.001]. (bvsalud.org)
  • The quantitative of 24-hour proteinuria was significant higher in the antepartum HELLP syndrome group than that in the postpartum HELLP syndrome group [(4.8±5.1) vs (1.8±1.6) g, P=0.002]. (bvsalud.org)
  • Antepartum and postpartum HELLP syndrome have similar clinical symptoms and laboratory characteristics. (bvsalud.org)
  • Present case report attempts to illustrate the diagnostic dilemma that a clinician faces in diagnosing an atypical presentation of HELLP syndrome. (ijrcog.org)
  • Authors therefore recommend a rational stepwise approach toward the diagnosis of HELLP syndrome and its atypical presentation. (ijrcog.org)
  • HELLP syndrome: an atypical presentation. (ijrcog.org)
  • Recent evidence and clinical similarities suggest a link to atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome, a disease of excessive activation of the alternative complement pathway effectively treated with a complement inhibitor, eculizumab. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • This assay may aid in the diagnosis of HELLP syndrome and could confirm that its pathophysiology is related to that of atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • Because I had none of the other symptoms, they tentatively classified it as "Atypical HELLP Syndrome " and the OB on call, Dr. S, opted not to give me magnesium sulfate because my follow-up bloodwork showed my numbers were improving steadily. (oipom.com)
  • HELLP has been shown to occur in older maternal age groups, with a mean age of 25 years. (medscape.com)
  • In addition, HELLP syndrome can occur without a woman having either high blood pressure or protein in her urine. (nih.gov)
  • HELLP Syndrome is most dangerous as it can occur before you show the classic symptoms of preeclampsia. (birthsafe.com)
  • A study by Weiner et al reported that although severe preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome have similar placental histopathologic findings, HELLP syndrome was associated with higher rates of placental maternal vascular supply lesions and small-for-gestational-age. (medscape.com)
  • Since HELLP is a serious pregnancy condition, early diagnosis and treatment is an absolute must. (pediatricmalpracticeguide.com)
  • As such, doctors must be educated about HELLP and possibly consult with specialists who are further informed about it, thus ensuring that the diagnosis is made early enough to avoid emergencies and surprises that leave medical providers unprepared and patients permanently injured, or worse. (pediatricmalpracticeguide.com)
  • Authors present the case of a 22-year-old normotensive primigravida who went into severe thrombocytopenia and haemolysis leading to DIC, finally the diagnosis of normotensive HELLP syndrome was made. (ijrcog.org)
  • Elevated body mass index and metabolic disorders, as well as antiphospholipid syndrome, significantly increase the risk of HELLP syndrome in all female patients. (wikipedia.org)
  • Sometimes the presence of HELLP syndrome is due to an underlying disease, such as antiphospholipid syndrome . (medlineplus.gov)
  • Increasing the understanding of HELLP syndrome's pathophysiology will enhance diagnostic accuracy, especially in the early stages. (wikipedia.org)
  • The pathophysiology of HELLP syndrome is ill-defined. (medscape.com)
  • Some theorize that, because HELLP is a variant of preeclampsia , the pathophysiology stems from a common source. (medscape.com)
  • Wallace K, Harris S, Addison A, Bean C. HELLP Syndrome: Pathophysiology and Current Therapies. (ubiehealth.com)
  • The syndrome was first named in 1982 by American gynaecologist Louis Weinstein. (wikipedia.org)
  • HELLP is a syndrome characterized by thrombocytopenia, hemolytic anemia , and liver dysfunction believed to result from microvascular endothelial activation and cell injury. (medscape.com)
  • PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, affects up to 15-percent of the female population. (babymed.com)
  • HELLP Syndrome most often affects the liver, causing stomach and right shoulder pain. (birthsafe.com)
  • Other risk factors include previously having the syndrome and a mother older than 25 years. (wikipedia.org)
  • A retrospective study was per-formed in a tertiary care centre including all patients who underwent primary caesarean section for HELLP syndrome. (uantwerpen.be)
  • vWF degradation in HELLP syndrome is inhibited due to decreased levels of degrading proteins, leading to an increased exposure of platelets to vWF. (wikipedia.org)
  • HELLP syndrome is a group of physical changes including the breakdown of red blood cells, changes in the liver and low platelets (cells found in the blood that are needed to help the blood to clot in order to control bleeding). (home-remedies-for-you.com)
  • HELLP stands for: haemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and lowered platelets. (birthsafe.com)
  • elevated liver enzymes and low blood platelets.Objective: This study explored women in Cape Town's psychological experience of HELLP syndrome. (bvsalud.org)
  • In addition, dysfunction in the complement system via excessive activation or defective regulation for a given amount of endothelial injury has been proposed to cause damage to hepatic vessels in HELLP. (medscape.com)
  • We tested the in vitro ability of eculizumab to inhibit complement activation in HELLP serum. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • We found that HELLP syndrome is associated with increased complement activation as assessed with the modified Ham test. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • Obstetricians are constantly looking for better ways to diagnose Down syndrome. (babymed.com)
  • About 10-20% of mothers who have preeclampsia will also be diagnosed with HELLP syndrome, which develops in the last stages of pregnancy. (gilmanbedigian.com)
  • Multiorgan microvascular injury and hepatic necrosis causing liver dysfunction contribute to the development of HELLP. (medscape.com)
  • Women are at risk of developing HELLP syndrome if they are at an advanced maternal age, they are having more than one baby, they have a history of preeclampsia, or they have diabetes or high blood pressure. (gilmanbedigian.com)
  • HELLP syndrome can cause serious injury to a mother and baby including placental abruption, pulmonary edema, ruptured liver, acute renal failure, and maternal and infant lung failure. (gilmanbedigian.com)
  • HELLP is an acronym that refers to a syndrome characterized by Haemolysis with a microangiopathic blood smear, Elevated Liver enzymes, and a Low Platelet count. (ijrcog.org)
  • The incidence of HELLP syndrome is significantly higher in whites and women of European descent. (medscape.com)
  • To determine if a women is experiencing HELLP syndrome, a doctor will do tests like checking the blood pressure and feeling for an enlarged liver, excess swelling, and abdominal tenderness. (gilmanbedigian.com)
  • HELLP Syndrome is a health condition that is experienced by women during pregnancy, and it's usually limited to occurring during the last trimesters of pregnancy - although sometimes symptoms of the condition might start to appear earlier on in the pregnancy. (simplyhealth.today)
  • In about 20% of all women, disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is also seen with HELLP syndrome. (emedinexus.com)
  • The difficulty of diagnosing the condition is well-established, as women with HELLP may display a range of disparate symptoms that look much like normal pregnancy complaints, such as fatigue, swelling, headaches, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and vision problems. (pediatricmalpracticeguide.com)
  • For this reason, doctors must be particularly cautious with pregnant women displaying some or all these symptoms and test for HELLP. (pediatricmalpracticeguide.com)
  • Fetuses with LCHAD deficiency, when the body cannot break down fat into energy, are correlated to women with HELLP in a small percentage of the total cases. (pediatricmalpracticeguide.com)
  • While doctors can look at some genetic factors associated with the likelihood of developing HELLP, not all women with those same factors develop the disease. (pediatricmalpracticeguide.com)
  • Recent studies suggested that some women will develop HELLP without the manifestations of classical symptoms. (ijrcog.org)
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder of reproductive-aged women. (medicalcriteria.com)
  • Most pregnant women with the HELLP syndrome have high blood pressure and protein in the urine, but some have neither. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Preeclampsia (PE), which has a high incidence rate worldwide, is a potentially dangerous syndrome to pregnant women and newborns. (hindawi.com)
  • Currently, women with high risk factors associated with Down syndrome are urged to undergo amniocentesis. (babymed.com)
  • HELLP is a rare liver and blood clotting disorder affecting pregnant women - which is fatal in a quarter of cases. (walesonline.co.uk)
  • Conclusion: This study developed an initial exploratory model representing the psychological experience of HELLP syndrome in a sample of South African women. (bvsalud.org)
  • A series of blood tests can aid in identifying the syndrome by detecting low platelet counts and high liver enzyme production, in addition to consistent readings of blood pressure and proteins in the mother's urine. (pediatricmalpracticeguide.com)
  • The death rate among babies born to mothers with HELLP syndrome depends on birth weight and the development of the baby's organs, especially the lungs. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a gastrointestinal condition that causes abdominal pain and crampi. (home-remedies-for-you.com)
  • A pregnant woman with HELLP syndrome might bleed or bruise easily and/or experience abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting, headache, or extreme fatigue. (nih.gov)
  • The risk of HELLP syndrome is not conclusively associated with a specific genetic variation, but likely a combination of genetic variations, such as FAS gene, VEGF gene, glucocorticoid receptor gene and the tol-like receptor gene, increase the risk. (wikipedia.org)
  • Who is at risk for HELLP syndrome? (lluch.org)
  • elevated liver enzymes and low platelet count (HELLP syndrome) is a high-risk pregnancy condition that could be fatal to mother and/or baby. (bvsalud.org)
  • Mixing HELLP serum with eculizumab-containing serum resulted in a significant decrease in cell killing compared with HELLP serum alone. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • HELLP syndrome is a pregnancy complication that is a variant of preeclampsia. (gilmanbedigian.com)
  • HELLP syndrome as well as similar diseases can be checked at the same time. (ubiehealth.com)
  • These responses result in the clinical symptoms and signs associated with the heart failure syndromes-shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, and fluid retention. (experts.com)
  • Symptoms for HELLP vary in severity and between individuals and are commonly mistaken with normal pregnancy symptoms, especially if they are not severe. (wikipedia.org)
  • You may deliver your baby early if HELLP syndrome gets worse and puts your or your baby's health in danger. (lluch.org)