article · Annals of Medicine and Surgery
Spontaneous hepatic rupture is an uncommon and fatal complication that most often occurs in the setting of severe pre-eclampsia. Case presentation: In this article, the authors describe a case of spontaneous liver rupture occurring on the sixth day of an uncomplicated pregnancy in postpartum. Discussion: According to the literature, liver rupture in the obstetrical setting is mostly linked to pre-eclampsia and HELLP syndrome. Conclusion: A collaborative multidisciplinary approach is required to define adequate medical and surgical management when there is suspicion of liver rupture in pregnant women.
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DOI: 10.1097/ms9.0000000000000912
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