obstetric cholestasis Flashcards
1
Q
Explain obstetric cholestasis
when does it resolve
A
reduction in outflow of bile due to rise in prog/oestrogen in 3rd trimester
resolve post pregnancy
2
Q
What investigations do we do?
A
LFT + Bile acids
3
Q
what do we give in obesteric cholestasis
A
urosdeoxycholic acid
emolients for itchy hands / feet
4
Q
What is the main risk if obstetric cholestasis is not trated
A
Still birth inc.
