Objective: Hypertriglyceridemia (HTG) is a rare cause of acute pancreatitis (AP) in pregnancies and has emerged as an aggravating factor of severe pancreatitis. To enhance the diagnosis and management of HTG-induced AP during pregnancy by improving early recognition, optimizing treatment strategies, and minimizing maternal and fetal complications.
Case Report: This is a 29-year-old multigravida woman at a gestational age of 34 weeks and 2 days who presented with sudden abdominal pain and vomiting. She had severe hypertriglyceridemia (7855 mg/dL) and was diagnosed with acute pancreatitis. After an emergency cesarean section, the patient received aggressive hydration, as well as fenofibrate and gemfibrozil as lipid-lowering agents, along with other supportive care. This treatment led to a successful recovery.
Conclusion: The management of HTG-induced AP must consider both maternal and fetal health, with options such as lipid-lowering agents and plasmapheresis being explored, further research was required to ascertain their safety during pregnancy.
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