Computed tomographic confirmation of distally placed Essure* microinsert.

Objective: To highlight the use of CT scan to confirm proper placement of the Essure microinsert tubal occlusion device.

Design: Case report.

Setting: Community-based, outpatient setting.

Abetalipoproteinemia complicating the puerperium.

Background: Abetalipoproteinemia is a rare, autosomal recessive disease, in which the absence of beta-lipoprotein results in the malabsorption of fat-soluble vitamins. There are few reported complications from abetalipoproteinemia during pregnancy. We present a case of untreated abetalipoproteinemia complicating the puerperium.