Journal of International Obstetrics and Gynecology ›› 2021, Vol. 48 ›› Issue (3): 264-267.doi: 10.12280/gjfckx.20200681

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Analysis of the Efficacy of Plasma Exchange Combined with Hemodialysis on Three Cases of Postpartum Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

LIU Hong-yu, ZHAO Xiu-bao, LIU Wei()   

  1. Department of Blood Transfusion (LIU Hong-yu, LIU Wei), Intensive Care Unit (ZHAO Xiu-bao), Tianjin First Central Hospital, Tianjin 300192, China
  • Received:2020-07-25 Published:2021-06-15 Online:2021-06-25
  • Contact: LIU Wei E-mail:liuwei2024@126.com

Abstract:

Objective: To explore the efficacy of plasma exchange (PE) combined with hemodiafiltration (HDF) on postpartum hemolytic uremic syndrome (PHUS). Methods: The clinical data of 3 cases of PHUS patients treated with PE combined with HDF admitted to Tianjin First Central Hospital from September 2017 to September 2019 were retrospectively analyzed. The changes of clinical symptoms and laboratory examination results before and after treatment were compared and analyzed, and follow-up was conducted. Results: After PE combined with HDF, the clinical symptoms of the patients were significantly improved, platelets (PLT) and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) returned to normal, hemoglobin (Hb) and renal function both improved. Follow-up for 2-4 months showed that 2 patients recovered, while 1 patient was left with chronic renal insufficiency due to severe renal injury. Conclusions: PE combined with HDF can be used as an effective treatment for PHUS. Early diagnosis and timely treatment are conducive to the recovery of PHUS patients, which is great significance to improve the prognosis and ensure mother′s health.

Key words: Puerperal disorders, Hemolytic-uremic syndrome, Plasma exchange, Hemodiafiltration, Diagnosis, Treatment outcome