BACKGROUND: Nephrotic syndrome occurring for the first time in pregnancy is rare. We report pre-eclampsia presenting with nephrotic syndrome.METHOD: A case report utilizing the case record and review of relevant literature.RESULTS: A 26-year-old multi-gravida who presented with nephrotic syndrome for the first time in pregnancy. Proteinuria resolved spontaneously after delivery.CONCLUSION: This report highlights the need for increased awareness of this rare presentation of pre-eclampsia, especially in the tropics where a large majority of women presenting for delivery are unbooked.
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