Pre-eclampsia and eclampsia complications Flashcards
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1
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CNS complications
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Persistent headache Haemorrhagic stroke/CVA Eclamptic fit Visual disturbance (photophobia, blurred vision, flashing lights) Hyperreflexia Anoxia
2
Q
Hepatic complications
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RUQ/epigastric pain Liver failure/necrosis Acute fatty liver disease Capsular rupture HELLP syndrome
3
Q
Haematological complications
A
PPH
DIC
HELLP
Sudden onset oedema of hands, face, feet
4
Q
Pulmonary complications
A
PE
Pulmonary (or laryngeal) oedema
Aspiration pneumonia (from eclamptic fit)
ARDS
5
Q
Renal complications
A
Kidney failure
Hyperkalaemia
6
Q
Foetal complications
A
FGR
Placental abruption (vaginal bleeds etc)
Death
7
Q
Other complications
A
Haematemesis