HELLP SYNDROME: DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT AND PROGNOSIS. A LITERATURE REVIEW

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: HELLP Syndrome (Hemolysis, Elevated Liver Enzymes and Low Platelet Count) is a serious complication of pregnancy, often associated with preeclampsia, which can lead to significant maternal and fetal consequences. Although relatively rare, the syndrome represents one of the main causes of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality, particularly in developing countries. It is estimated that its prevalence varies between 0.2% and 0.6% of pregnancies, with an increased incidence in pregnant women with gestational hypertension or severe preeclampsia (He et al., 2019; McCaw et al., 2018).