DIC with abruptio placenta, HELLP and Preeclampsia induced AKI-A case report

Abstract

Introduction

A complication of pregnancy, HELLP syndrome is manifested by hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes and low platelets. A well-manifested HELLP may precipitate the symptoms of DIC which is usually undetectable.
Case report

A 27year old primigravida at 33 weeks + 3 days of gestational age presented to EMD after reference from local hospital i/v/o absent fetal cardiac activity for further management.

Conclusion

Preeclampsia may be an underlying cause for DIC which has to be diagnosed at the earliest. The incidence depends on many parameters such as age, race and underlying medical conditions.