Splenic artery aneurysms and extrahepatic portal hypertension during pregnancy

Clinical case demonstrates successful treatment of a pregnant woman, who had multiple giant splenic artery aneurysms with a high risk of spontaneous rupture. Pregnancy proceeded along with hereditary thrombophilia, thrombosis and cavernous transformation of the vena cava, extrahepatic portal hypertension, esophageal and gastric varices II–III. The surgical and obstetric tactics, surgical intervention, appropriate salvage and multidisciplinary pregnancy follow-up ensured a successful Cesarean delivery at 38 weeks, saving the life of the child and mother.

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