Mixed Connective Tissue Disorder Presenting As Eclampsia In A Primigravida: A Case Report

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 4

Abstract

A 23 year old primigravida was diagnosed as a case of Mixed Connective Tissue Disorder (MCTD) after she presented with petechie, synovitis and raynauds phenomenon in the first trimester of pregnancy and was treated with steroids. In the third trimester she presented with Eclampsia and was treated with antihypertensives and magnesium sulphate. She delivered vaginally a live preterm child and was discharged healthy along with her baby

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Dr Ankita Singh

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Dr Ankita Singh (2016). Mixed Connective Tissue Disorder Presenting As Eclampsia In A Primigravida: A Case Report. Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research, 4(4), 10223-10225. https://www.europub.co.uk/articles/-A-213540