Korean J Obstet Gynecol.  2006 Nov;49(11):2388-2393.

A Case of maternal metastatic Brain Tumor was detected in Midtrimester

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  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hallym University Medical College, Anyang, Korea. ccrhim@hallym.or.kr

Abstract

Hyperemesis gravidarum is a complication defined as nausea and vomiting during early pregnancy. Atypical hyperemesis syndrome is caused any other problems. Specially, brain tumors is confused hyperemetic symptom in pregnancy. In this case vomiting and mild headache were the only signs. Atypical hyperemesis syndrome is recommand MRI image study for detection of neurologic problem. Following the diagnosis of a brain tumor during pregnancy and management should be tailored to the individual patient. It must be considered to maternal state and fetal maturation. To minimize cerebral herniation in neurologically unstable patient, a consideration should be made for cesarean section delivery with patient under general anesthesia.

Keyword

Brain tumor; Hyperemesis

MeSH Terms

Anesthesia, General
Brain Neoplasms*
Brain*
Cesarean Section
Diagnosis
Female
Headache
Humans
Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Nausea
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Trimester, Second*
Vomiting
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