Ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency and pregnancy: A case series and review of recommendations.
Case Rep Womens Health
; 34: e00390, 2022 Apr.
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ABSTRACT
Background:
Ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency (OTCD) is a rare disorder of the urea cycle that obstetricians should be aware of in order to guide management for pregnant carriers of the X-linked gene that causes the condition. Cases We present the pregnancy management and outcomes of two women with OTCD. The particular manifestations of the disease drive antenatal, intrapartum and postpartum management.Conclusion:
Preconception counseling, early prenatal diagnostics and multidisciplinary intrapartum and postpartum management plans contribute to improved outcomes for patients.
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2022
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