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Am J Perinatol 1990; 7(2): 166-169
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-999472
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Hyperlipidemic Pancreatitis in Pregnancy: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

Barbara M. Nies, Richard J. Dreiss
  • Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, New Britain General Hospital, New Britain, Connecticut
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04 March 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

A case of pancreatitis associated with type I primary hyperlipoproteinemia in pregnancy is reported, with a review of the literature. There have been 11 cases of hyperlipidemic pancreatitis during pregnancy reported in the English literature since 1956. This case is the first report of adult respiratory distress syndrome complicating hyperlipidemic pancreatitis in pregnancy. Guidelines for prevention and management of this rare disorder are presented.