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Ultrasound Can be Helpful in Evaluation of HELLP Syndrome

Hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets, or HELLP syndrome, is a rare form of preeclampsia.1 Epigastric pain, due to liver enlargement, parenchymal necrosis, or rupture, may be the only symptom of this syndrome. Ultrasound examination may be useful in detecting liver hemorrhage or infar...

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Published in:Journal of diagnostic medical sonography 1991-11, Vol.7 (6), p.345-347
Main Authors: Ardill, Richard, Schuveiller, Michael J., Browne, Debra A., Snow, Shellie
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets, or HELLP syndrome, is a rare form of preeclampsia.1 Epigastric pain, due to liver enlargement, parenchymal necrosis, or rupture, may be the only symptom of this syndrome. Ultrasound examination may be useful in detecting liver hemorrhage or infarction in patients with HELLP syndrome. A case of HELLP syndrome in which sonographic changes of the liver were demonstrated during a 48-hour time period is reported here.
ISSN:8756-4793
1552-5430
DOI:10.1177/875647939100700605