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 language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 127-129 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Postgraduate Medical Journal |
Volume | 59 |
Issue number | 688 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1983 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Abortion
- Amniotic fluid
- Clotting
- Embolism