SAQ 1833 – Late-pregnancy headache with hypertension and abnormal labs

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A 38-year-old woman at 35 weeks gestation presents with visual disturbance and headache. Her BP is 165/100 mmHg. Investigation results are shown below.

CBE Urinalysis LFT
Hb 8.1 Blood ++ Bilirubin 12
Platelets 50 Protein +++ AST 1000
WCC 5.1; poikilocytes seen Nitrites negative GGT 817

List the possible complications of her likely diagnosis.

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What is the definitive treatment for her primary pathological condition?

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Outline the management priorities for her emergent management.

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