Hepatic Disorders in Pregnancy By Lara A Friel, MD, PhD, University of Texas Health Medical School at Houston, McGovern Medical School Reviewed / Revised Oct 2021 | Modified Sep 2022 View Patient Education Key Points Hepatic disorders in pregnancy may be Unique to pregnancy Preexisting Coincident with pregnancy and possibly exacerbated by pregnancy Jaundice Jaundice may result from nonobstetric or obstetric conditions.