Korean J Obstet Gynecol.
1997 Feb;40(2):419-423.
A Case of Acute Fatty Metamorphosis
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- 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Korea University, Seoul, Korea.
Abstract
- Acute fatty metamorphosis is a rare but potentially fatal complication of the third trimester of pregnancy. In 20~40% of cases, acute fatty metamorphosis is associated with preeclampsia and may be difficult to distinguish from preeclamptic liver involvement. Recent reports suggest that the mortality has decreased to 25% fo both mother and fetus, due to largely to early delivery and to the recognition of a higher proportion of mild and nonfatal cases. We experienced one case of acute fatty liver metamorphosis that caused fulminant hepatitis and complete resolution, so we report the case and review of literature briefly.
