All India Congress of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 04–08 Jan 2009 · Birla Auditorium, Jaipur

Introduction : Acute pancreatitis is an uncommon condition complicating pregnancy and is associated with increased maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. The causes of acute pancreatitis are multttactorial Case report : A twenty three year old primigravida with vomiting and upper abdominal pain radiating to the back of 7 days duration, at 34 weeks gestation. On examination, patient was dehydrated, pulse rate was 92 beats per minute and blood pressure was 110/60 mm Hg. Cardiovascular and respiratory systems were within normal limits. Hie uterus corresponded to the period of gestation and was irritable. Serum amylase (639U/1) and lipase (11SOU/1) were markedly elevated.