Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
when does acute fatty liver of pregnancy occur?
A
- 3rd trimester
- immediately following delivery
2
Q
what are the features of acute fatty liver of pregnancy?
A
- abdominal pain
- nausea and vomiting
- headache
- jaundice
- hypoglycaemia
- severe disease may result in pre-eclampsia
3
Q
what investigation is done in acute fatty liver of pregnancy?
A
ALT raised
4
Q
what is the management of acute fatty liver of pregnancy?
A
- supportive care
- once stabilised delivery is the definitive management
