Obstetric Cholestasis Flashcards
1
Q
incidence
A
0.1-0.5% all pregnancies
2
Q
features
A
pruritis especially of the palms and soles in 2nd half pregnancy
3
Q
tests
A
liver transaminases are mildly high, incr bilirubin in some
4
Q
what does it increase risk of
A
pre term labour, fetal distress, stillbirthn
5
Q
what can be given to treat
A
ursodeoxycholic acid- reduces pruritus and abnormal LFTs
6
Q
what should be given to mother and baby at birth
A
vitamin K
7
Q
what is contraindicated after
A
combined pill (oestrogen containing)
8
Q
how often can this recur
A
40% pregnancies
