Maternal Bartter's syndrome and pregnancy

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1989 May;160(5 Pt 1):1225-6. doi: 10.1016/0002-9378(89)90198-1.

Abstract

A case of maternal Bartter's syndrome is reported and prenatal management discussed. Close monitoring of serum potassium levels is essential. Patients with this syndrome may have an increased risk of developing intrauterine growth retardation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Bartter Syndrome / blood
  • Bartter Syndrome / complications*
  • Female
  • Fetal Growth Retardation / etiology
  • Humans
  • Hyperaldosteronism / complications*
  • Potassium / blood
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications / blood
  • Pregnancy Complications / diagnosis
  • Pregnancy Complications / etiology*
  • Risk Factors

Substances

  • Potassium