Massive ascites in severe pre-eclampsia: a rare complication

Pradhan, P.; Sherpa, K.; Joshi, A.; Pathak, S.

Nepal Medical College Journal Nmcj 14(4): 342-344

2012


ISSN/ISBN: 2676-1319
PMID: 24579549
Document Number: 657768
We report a rare case of massive maternal ascites complicating severe pre- eclampsia toxaemia (PET) seen in April 2013. This complication developed in association with the rise of blood pressure of 160/110 mmHg or more, worsening of proteinuria and hyperuricaemia. The onset of massive ascites caused respiratory compromise to the patient, thus necessitating immediate termination of pregnancy.

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