WHAT IS THE HELLP SYNDROME
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2019-02-25
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faculty of Basic Medical Science - Libyan International Medical University
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HELLP Syndrome (HS) is a life-threatening pregnancy complication usually considered to be variant of preclampsia , Named for 3 features of the disease :
H :Hemolysis the RBC are broken down too quickly this can lead to anemia problem involving insufficient transport of oxygen throughout the body.
EL: Elevated Liver enzyme can be taken as a sign that liver function is compromised.
LP: Low Platelet count (platelet help in blood clotting ) , so an unusually low level of platelet indicates that a person is at risk for excessive bleeding
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