scholarly journals The comparison of total bile acid concentration and alcohol dehydrogenase activity as markers of intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wojciech Jelski ◽  
Joanna Piechota ◽  
Karolina Orywal ◽  
Barbara Mroczko
Keyword(s):  
Bile Acid ◽  
Alcohol Dehydrogenase ◽  
Bile Acids ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis ◽  
Total Bile Acid ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis Of Pregnancy ◽  
Third Trimester ◽  
Total Bile Acids ◽  
Adh Activity ◽  
Cholestasis Of Pregnancy

Introduction: Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) is the liver disorder in the second or early third trimester of pregnancy. It is characterized by pruritus with increased serum bile acids concentration and other liver function tests. ICP  is connected with increased risk of fetal mortality, but is unfortunately detected quite late. Therefore, it is important to recognize the disease in its early stages. We aimed to investigate the serum alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) activity and compare it with the concentration of total bile acid (TBA) in women with ICP. Methods: Serum samples were taken for routine investigation from 80 pregnancies with ICP in the second or third trimester of pregnancy and from 80 healthy pregnant women in the same time of pregnancy. For measurement of class I activity we used the spectrofluorometric methods. The total ADH activitiy was measured by the photometric method. Results: The analysis of results shows a statistically significant increase in the activity of ADH I and ADH total (about 60% and 41.3%, respectively). Activity of ADH I well correlated with aminotransferases (alanine ALT and aspartate AST) and total bile acids (TBA) concentration. The total ADH activity was also positively correlated with ALT, AST and total bile acids. Conclusion: We can state that the activity of class I alcohol dehydrogenase isoenzyme in the sera of patients with ICP is increased and seems to be a good indicator of liver cell destruction during this disease and is comparable with the value of other markers.

scholarly journals The Comparison of Total Bile Acid Concentration and Alcohol Dehydrogenase Activity as Markers of Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joanna Piechota ◽  
Wojciech Jelski ◽  
Karolina Orywal ◽  
Barbara Mroczko
Keyword(s):  
Bile Acid ◽  
Alcohol Dehydrogenase ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Total Bile Acid ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis Of Pregnancy ◽  
Third Trimester ◽  
Bile Acid Concentration ◽  
Adh Activity ◽  
Cholestasis Of Pregnancy

Abstract Background: Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) is the liver disorder in the second or early third trimester of pregnancy. It is characterized by pruritus with increased serum total bile acids concentration (TBA) and increased liver enzymes. It is important to recognize the disease in its early stage. We aimed to investigate the serum alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) activity and compare it with the concentration of total bile acid (TBA) in women with ICP..Methods: Serum samples were taken from 80 pregnancies with ICP in the second or third trimester of pregnancy and from 80 healthy pregnant women. For measurement of ADH we used the spectrofluorometric and photometric methods. Results: The results shows a statistically significant increase in the activity of ADH I and ADH total (about 60% and 41%, respectively). Activity of ADH I well correlated with aminotransferases (alanine ALT and aspartate AST) and TBA concentration. The total ADH activity was also positively correlated with ALT, AST and TBA. Conclusion: We can state that the activity of class I ADH isoenzyme in the sera of patients with ICP is increased and seems to be a good indicator of liver cell destruction during ICP and is comparable with the value of other markers.

scholarly journals Obstetric Cholestasis: A Review and Update

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Olawumi Adaramodu ◽  
Anthony Kodzo-Grey Venyo
Keyword(s):  
Liver Function ◽  
Bile Acids ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis ◽  
Liver Function Tests ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis Of Pregnancy ◽  
Third Trimester ◽  
Serum Bile Acids ◽  
Function Tests ◽  
Cholestasis Of Pregnancy ◽  
In Pregnancy

Obstetric cholestasis (OC) is a liver disorder that occurs in the late second and early third trimester of pregnancy characterized by pruritus with increased serum bile acids and other liver function tests. The pathophysiology of OC is still not completely understood. The symptoms and biochemical abnormality rapidly resolve after delivery. OC is associated with an increased risk of adverse obstetrical outcomes. The aetiology of obstetric cholestasis of pregnancy is poorly understood and is thought to be complicated and multifactorial.  OC typically occurs in the late second trimester when the oestrogen levels are the highest in pregnancy. The most common complaint is generalized intense pruritus, which usually starts after the 30th week of pregnancy. Pruritus can be more common in the palms and soles and is typically worse at night. Other symptoms of cholestasis, such as nausea, anorexia, fatigue, right upper quadrant pain, dark urine, and pale stool, can be present. Clinical jaundice is rare but may present in 14% to 25% of patients after 1 to 4 weeks of the onset of pruritus. Some patients also complain of insomnia as a result of pruritus. Generally, physical examination is unremarkable except for scratch marks on the skin from pruritus. Pruritus is a cardinal symptom of intra-hepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) and may precede biochemical abnormalities. The diagnosis of intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy is via the presence of clinical symptoms pruritus in the third trimester with elevated maternal total serum bile acids and excluding other diagnoses, which can cause similar symptoms and lab abnormalities. Fasting blood samples should be used to check for the total bile salt acid level as it can become elevated in the postprandial state. Once the diagnosis of OC of pregnancy is confirmed, immediate treatment is necessary, and the primary goal of therapy is to decrease the risk of perinatal morbidity and mortality and to alleviate maternal symptoms. Maternal pruritus can be alleviated with use of moisturisers and oral antihistamines. Ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) is the drug of choice for the treatment of ICP. Many authors have advocated elective early delivery of women with intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy to reduce the risk of sudden foetal death. The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists recommends induction of labour after 37+0 weeks of gestation. Obstetric cholestasis of pregnancy is not an indication for Caesarean delivery. Postpartum pruritus typically disappears in the first 2 to 3 days following delivery, and serum bile acid concentrations will normalize eventually. ICP is not a contraindication to breastfeeding, and mothers with a history of ICP in pregnancy can breastfeed their infants. Postpartum monitoring and follow up of bile acids and liver function tests should be done in 4-6 weeks to ensure resolution. Women with the persistent abnormality of liver function test after 6 to 8 weeks require investigation for other aetiologies.

scholarly journals Influence of severity of total bile acids and mode of delivery on the perinatal outcomes in intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chengcai Kong ◽  
Fenglin Mei ◽  
Pingping Xue ◽  
Jingyun Cao ◽  
Yong Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bile Acids ◽  
Cesarean Delivery ◽  
Vaginal Delivery ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis ◽  
Mode Of Delivery ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis Of Pregnancy ◽  
Fetal Outcomes ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Total Bile Acids ◽  
Cholestasis Of Pregnancy

Abstract To assess the associations between mode of delivery and pregnancy outcomes in patients with intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) based on the severity of maternal hypercholanemia. A hospital-based retrospective cohort study was performed between January 1, 2015, and December 31, 2019. Among the 177 women with mild total bile acids, 123 (69.5%) had a vaginal delivery and 54 (30.5%) underwent a cesarean delivery, of which 42 (23.7%) were planned and 12 (6.8%) were unplanned. Among the 50 severe ICP women, 13 (26.0%) had a vaginal delivery and 37 (74.0%) underwent a cesarean delivery, of which 26 (52.0%) were planned and 11 (22.0%) were unplanned. Severe ICP was associated with an increased risk of preterm delivery (P < 0.001), low birthweight (P=0.001), and neonatal intensive care unit admission (P < 0.001). Women with severe ICP (aOR, 5.017; 95% CI 1.848–13.622), planned cesarean delivery (aOR, 5.444; 95%CI 1.723–17.203), or unplanned cesarean delivery (aOR, 5.792; 95%CI 1.384–24.236) had increased risks of adverse fetal outcomes compared to controls. Both planned and unplanned cesarean delivery are associated with a higher incidence of adverse fetal outcomes and severe ICP than vaginal delivery.

Timing of Delivery in Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy With Total Bile Acids ≥100 µmol/L

2020 ◽  
Vol 135 ◽  
pp. 155S-156S
Author(s):  
Zoe C. Frank ◽  
Mary N. Nienow-Birch ◽  
Jamie Lo ◽  
Brian L. Shaffer ◽  
Aaron B. Caughey
Keyword(s):  
Bile Acids ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis Of Pregnancy ◽  
Total Bile Acids ◽  
Cholestasis Of Pregnancy

Timing of Delivery in Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy With Total Bile Acids 40–99 µmol/L

2020 ◽  
Vol 135 ◽  
pp. 156S
Author(s):  
Zoe C. Frank ◽  
Mary N. Nienow-Birch ◽  
Jamie Lo ◽  
Brian L. Shaffer ◽  
Aaron B. Caughey
Keyword(s):  
Bile Acids ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis Of Pregnancy ◽  
Total Bile Acids ◽  
Cholestasis Of Pregnancy

scholarly journals Case Report: Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy

2016 ◽  
Vol 06 (02) ◽  
pp. 063-065
Author(s):  
Precilla D'silva ◽  
Jasmine Maria Lobo ◽  
Akhila Mol Babu
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Bile Acid ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis ◽  
Elevated Serum ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis Of Pregnancy ◽  
Third Trimester ◽  
Gradual Onset ◽  
Serum Aminotransferases ◽  
Cholestasis Of Pregnancy

AbstractIntrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) is a cholestatic disorder characterized by pruritus, elevated serum aminotransferases and bile acid levels with gradual onset in the second or third trimester of pregnancy, and spontaneous relief of signs and symptoms within two to three weeks after delivery.

Bile acid profiles by capillary electrophoresis in intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy

2006 ◽  
Vol 110 (4) ◽  
pp. 459-465 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gustavo Castaño ◽  
Silvia Lucangioli ◽  
Silvia Sookoian ◽  
Marcelo Mesquida ◽  
Abraham Lemberg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Capillary Electrophoresis ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Bile Acids ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis ◽  
Intrahepatic Cholestasis Of Pregnancy ◽  
Third Trimester ◽  
The Third ◽  
Clinical Difference ◽  
Bile Acid Profiles ◽  
Cholestasis Of Pregnancy

ICP (intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy) is characterized by pruritus and biochemical cholestasis, including raised SBAs (serum bile acids) and, usually, elevated aminotransferases levels. However, AHP (asymptomatic hypercholanaemia of pregnancy) is defined as the presence of total SBA levels above the cut-off value (11 μM) in healthy pregnant women, thus elevation of total SBAs do not necessarily reflect an ICP condition. The aim of the present study was to describe clinical, obstetric, perinatal and biochemical findings, as well as the SBA profile, in pregnant women studied in the third trimester of pregnancy in order to define characteristic patterns of individual bile acids that enable women with ICP to be distinguished from AHP and healthy pregnancies. Free and conjugated ursodeoxycholic (UDCA), cholic (CA), lithocholic (LCA), deoxycholic (DCA) and chenodeoxycholic (CDCA) acids were evaluated by CE (capillary electrophoresis) in 41 patients (15 of them simultaneously by HPLC), in 30 healthy pregnant women and in 10 non-pregnant women. A highly significant correlation between CE and HPLC for total SBAs (r=0.990) and for individual SBAs was found. Normal pregnant women had higher total SBA levels than non-pregnant women (due to an increase in taurine-conjugated dihydroxy SBAs). Women with ICP had higher levels of total SBAs, the free/conjugated ratio, LCA, CA, CDCA and DCA than normal pregnant women. Newborns from women with ICP had lower birth weight and gestational age. Women with AHP had higher levels of conjugated dihydroxy SBAs than normocholanaemic patients, without any evidence of a clinical difference. In conclusion, the present study has shown a clear difference in SBA profiles between ICP and normal pregnancies (including AHP), involving a shift towards a characteristic hydrophobic composition in women with ICP.

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