Perinatal Resources, Inc. 

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Perinatal Resources, Inc. proudly sponsors continuing medical education for obstetricians and gynecologists.

Understanding and Managing Pregnancies Complicated by the Syndrome of Hemolysis, Elevated Liver Enzymes, and Low Platelets (HELLP)

David F. Colombo, M.D.

Assistant Professor

Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

The Ohio State University and Public Health

Columbus, OH

Objectives:

At the conclusion of this seminar, the participant should:

1. Understand which laboratory tests should be used to make a diagnosis of HELLP syndrome and should understand the pitfalls of these tests.

2. Understand the incidence of HELLP syndrome and which patients are at risk for developing HELLP.

3. Understand the usual clinical presentation of the patient with HELLP syndrome and potential maternal and neonatal morbidities.

4. Understand the management of a patient diagnosed with HELLP syndrome.

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