Suganya Devi. A

Abstract

Arrhythmias are the one of the most common forms of cardiac disease during pregnancy. Supraventricular tachycardia is the most common type of sustained arrhythmia presenting in pregnancy. During pregnancy, this can be difficult to diagnose as common symptoms like palpitation, shortness of breath and syncope. We presented our cases of supraventricular tachycardia in pregnancy during antenatal period. Risk factors for the development of supraventricular tachycardia and use of antiarrhythmic drugs management, during pregnancy and at Caesarean section are discussed. We recommend the use of adenosine as first line therapy. Keywords: Wolff Parkinsonwhite syndrome, Supraventricular tachycardia, Adenosine, Pregnancy, Caesarean section.

Open full article page

Abstract

Acute pancreatitis is a rare and serious complication during pregnancy, which can have a high maternal mortality and perinatal mortality. Acute pancreatitis in pregnancy poses diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. The most common cause of acute pancreatitis in pregnancy is galls tones and hypertriglyceridemia. We report a case of acute pancreatitis in a pregnant woman in her third trimester and discuss the analytical and restorative challenges of acute pancreatitis in pregnancy. Even though it is a rare, acute pancreatitis should be suspected in all pregnant patients admitted for non-obstetric abdominal pain. Early diagnosis and good supportive care by a multidisciplinary team are essential to ensure good maternal and fetal outcome. Keywords: Acute pancreatitis, Pregnancy, Hypertriglyceridemia, Prognosis, Treatment.

Open full article page