Combined orthotopic liver transplantation and caesarean section for the Budd-Chiari syndrome.

Valentine, J M; Parkin, G; Pollard, S G; Bellamy, M C · Br J Anaesth · 1995

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Fulminant hepatic failure is a rare complication of pregnancy. We describe a case of Budd-Chiari syndrome that resulted in the need for combined liver transplantation and Caesarean section at 32 weeks' gestation. The anaesthetic and perioperative management are discussed.

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