Massive ascites in severe pre-eclampsia: a rare complication.
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We report three rare cases of massive maternal ascites complicating severe pre-eclamptic toxemia seen in the last 18 months. This complication developed in association with the rise of blood pressure to 160/110 mmHg or more, worsening of proteinuria and hyperuricemia. The onset of massive ascites caused respiratory compromise in all these patients, thus necessitating immediate termination of pregnancy.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Nepal Medical College journal : NMCJ
دوره 14 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2002