Chapter 210 HELLP Syndrome
INTRODUCTION
Description: Hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, low platelet count (HELLP) syndrome is a variant of pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) and preeclampsia, which are dominated by hepatic and hematologic changes.
ETIOLOGY AND PATHOGENESIS
CLINICAL CHARACTERISTICS
DIAGNOSTIC APPROACH
Differential Diagnosis
Workup and Evaluation
Laboratory: Liver and renal function studies (e.g., enzymes, renal clearance, 24-hour urinary protein), platelet counts, clotting studies. (Platelet counts of >50,000/mm3 generally are not associated with spontaneous bleeding.)