British Journal of Anaesthesia, Vol 75, Issue 1 105-108, Copyright © 1995 by The Board of Management and Trustees of the British Journal of Anaesthesia
JMJ. Valentine, G. Parkin, S. G. Pollard and M. C. Bellamy
Fulminant hepatic failure is a rare complication of pregnancy. We describe
a case of Budd-Chiari syndrome that resulted in the need for combined liver
transplantation and Caesarean section at 32 weeks' gestation. The
anaesthetic and perioperative management are discussed.
CASE REPORTS
Combined orthotopic liver transplantation and caesarean section for the Budd-Chiari syndrome
Intensive Care Unit, St James's University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds LS9 7TF; Liver Transplant Unit, St James's University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds LS9 7TF
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