Acute fatty liver of pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
what is this?
A
rapid accumulation of fat in the hepatocytes that occurs in 3rd trimester
2
Q
prognosis?
A
high risk of liver failure & mortality for both mother and baby
3
Q
presentation?
A
- general malaise
- N&V
- jaundice
- abdo pain
- LFTs will show raised ALT
*requires prompt admission & delivery of baby*
