Abstract
Introduction
Hypertriglyceridemia is associated with significant morbidity during pregnancy. Hypertriglyceridemia-induced
pancreatitis (HTGP) is associated with genetically determined dyslipidemia or a secondary
condition such as diabetes, alcohol, pregnancy, or medication use. The lack of data
on the safety of drugs to be used to decrease triglyceride levels during pregnancy
dictates that other strategies must be chosen.
Patient and methods
We describe a case of a pregnant woman with severe hypertriglyceridemia treated with
two different techniques of plasmapheresis (Dual Filtration apheresis and Centrifugal
Plasma Separation).
Results
The patient could be treated throughout the pregnancy, with good control of the triglycerides,
and a healthy baby was born.
Conclusion
Hypertriglyceridemia is a major issue during pregnancy. The use of plasmapheresis
is a safe and efficient tool in that clinical scenario.
Keywords
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: February 14, 2023
Accepted:
February 13,
2023
Received in revised form:
February 1,
2023
Received:
January 4,
2023
Publication stage
In Press Journal Pre-ProofIdentification
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