Abstract:The incidence of intrahepatic cholestasis (ICP) in pregnancy, a liver condition, is increasing, suggesting a greater awareness of the disease. While this condition is an annoyance for a mother, typically causing intense itchiness of the hands and soles of the feet, she will return to normal after delivery. However, this condition has the potential to cause premature delivery, fetal distress and fetal death, so appropriate management is very important. Currently, guidelines available in North America conflict w… Show more
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