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what is HELLP syndrome?
A complication of pre eclampsia/ eclampsia
what does HELLP stand for?
H
aemolysis
E
levated
L
iver enzymes
L
ow
P
latelet count
when does HELLP typically manifest?
32-34 weeks gestation
can present postpartum
what does hellp result in?
liver damage
can progress rapidly to liver failure
what is the treatment?
delivery of the baby
plus blood transfusion
what is significant if it is not treated?
mortality
what should you be cautious with?
lights and sirens
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davidgoddard93
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HELLP syndrome
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HELLP syndrome
Updated
2019-05-13T17:45:30Z
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