Amniotic fluid embolism and disseminated intravascular coagulation complicating hypertonic saline-induced abortion

S. Ballas*, J. B. Lessing, M. Michowitz

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Abstract

Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) associated with disseminated intravascular clotting (DIC) is usually fatal. Such a combination generally occurs at the term of pregnancy or in the immediate postpartum period. A case of AFE with DIC following a hypertonic-salineinduced abortion, is reported. The patient was in the midtrimester with a live fetus. Prompt recognition and treatment of her condition ensured her complete recovery. Such a case has not, to our knowledge, been previously reported.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)127-129
Number of pages3
JournalPostgraduate Medical Journal
Volume59
Issue number688
DOIs
StatePublished - 1983
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Abortion
  • Amniotic fluid
  • Clotting
  • Embolism

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