Acute_Fatty_Liver_of_Pregnancy_Flashcards

Question 1

What supportive care is recommended for acute fatty liver of pregnancy?

Answer 1

Admit to ITU, early liaison with liver team, continuous maternal and fetal monitoring, and correct coagulopathy, electrolytes, and hypoglycemia using FFP, vitamin K, and 50% dextrose.

Question 2

What should be done if there is a high risk of multiorgan failure and death in acute fatty liver of pregnancy?

Answer 2

Admit to ITU and ensure early liaison with the liver team.

Question 3

What are the key components of supportive care for acute fatty liver of pregnancy?

Answer 3

Supportive care includes continuous maternal and fetal monitoring, and correcting coagulopathy, electrolytes, and hypoglycemia with FFP, vitamin K, and 50% dextrose.

Question 4

When should delivery be expedited in acute fatty liver of pregnancy?

Answer 4

Delivery should be expedited as soon as the maternal condition is stable or as soon as possible if the maternal condition is deteriorating.

Question 5

What screening should be done for the baby in cases of acute fatty liver of pregnancy?

Answer 5

Screen the baby for LCHAD deficiency.