Investigación de incidencia y complicaciones de histerectomía de emergencia en periparto / Investigation of Incidence and Complications of Emergency peripartum hysterectomy

Introducción: La histerectomía periparto de emergencia es una cirugía de alto riesgo, que se realiza mayoritariamente después de un parto vaginal o cesárea. Dada la importancia de las complicaciones y la mortalidad de las embarazadas para el sistema de salud, el presente estudio tuvo como objetivo investigar la incidencia y las complicaciones de la histerectomía periparto de emergencia en los hospitales generales y docentes de la Universidad de Ciencias Médicas de Zahedan. Materiales y Métodos: En este estudio descriptivo-analítico transversal, luego de obtener la aprobación del Comité de Ética, se investigó la historia clínica de las pacientes con histerectomía periparto de emergencia ingresadas en el hospital Ali ibn Abitaleb de Zahedan para la interrupción del embarazo durante 2017-2018. fueron estudiados. Después de evaluar las características demográficas, incluida la edad, la educación y la ocupación, se investigaron las causas y las complicaciones de la histerectomía de emergencia. Finalmente, los datos fueron analizados por el software SPSS.Resultados: De 2438 casos, se investigaron 50 casos de histerectomía. La edad media de las madres y el número medio de embarazos fue de 31,06 ± 5,21 y 5,72 ± 2,31, respectivamente. En este estudio, se registraron 35 cesáreas (70%) y 15 partos vaginales normales (30%), y solo el 2% condujo a una histerectomía de emergencia. Las causas más comunes de histerectomía de emergencia incluyeron placenta accreta (28%), atonía uterina (24%) y rotura uterina (20%). Las complicaciones también incluyeron fiebre (24%), coagulopatía (14%) e infección de la herida (12%). Conclusión: la placenta accreta y la atonía uterina son las causas más importantes de histerectomía. Las complicaciones más comunes de la histerectomía de emergencia son fiebre, coagulopatía e infecciones de heridas. Una disminución en el parto por cesárea electiva y un mayor fomento del parto vaginal natural podrían reducir significativamente la incidencia de histerectomía periparto y la mortalidad materna

Introduction: The emergency peripartum hysterectomy is a high-risk surgery, which is mostly performed after vaginal delivery or Caesarean section. Given the importance of complications and mortality of pregnant mothers for the health system, the present study aimed to investigate the incidence and complications of emergency peripartum hysterectomy in general and teaching hospitals of Zahedan University of Medical Sciences. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional descriptive-analytic study, after obtaining the Ethics Committee approval, the medical record of patients with emergency peripartum hysterectomy admitted to Ali ibn Abitaleb hospital of Zahedan for pregnancy termination during 2017-2018 were investigated. were studied. After evaluating demographic characteristics, including age, education, and occupation, causes, and complications of emergency hysterectomy were investigated. Finally, data were analyzed by SPSS software. Results: Out of 2438 cases, 50 cases of hysterectomy were investigated. The mean age of mothers and the average number of pregnancies was 31.06±5.21 and 5.72±2.31, respectively. In this study, 35 caesarean sections (70%) and 15 normal vaginal delivery (30%) were recorded, with only 2% leading to emergency hysterectomy. The most common causes of emergency hysterectomy included placenta accreta (28%), uterine atony (24%), and uterine rupture (20%). The complications also included fever (24%), coagulopathy (14%), and wound infection (12%). Conclusion: Placenta accreta and uterine atony are the most important causes of hysterectomy. The most common complications of emergency hysterectomy are fever, coagulopathy, and wound infections. A decrease in elective caesarean delivery and further encouraging to natural vaginal delivery could significantly reduce the incidence of peripartum hysterectomy and maternal mortality

A propósito de un caso: presentación atípica de rotura uterina / A case report: unusual presentation of uterine rupture

RESUMEN La rotura del útero gestante se define como una solución de continuidad patológica de la pared uterina, situada con mayor frecuencia en el segmento inferior. La rotura de un útero intacto es muy rara, su incidencia está estimada entre 1/5700 y 1/20000 embarazos. Su prevalencia ha aumentado dado el incremento de parto vaginal con cesárea anterior. Actualmente oscila entre el 0.3 y el 1 %, siendo mayor en mujeres en las que tiene lugar un intento de parto vaginal tras cesárea (0,78%) que en aquellas en las que se lleva a cabo una cesárea electiva (0,22%). En cuanto a su diagnóstico, suele ser precoz, dada la clínica de gravedad con la que debutan. En este caso se presenta una evolución atípica de rotura uterina, donde la paciente se mantiene asintomática hasta que acude a urgencias cinco días después del parto con fiebre y dolor abdominal; gracias a la ecografía abdominal y trans-vaginal se pudo establecer rápidamente el diagnóstico y así proceder a su inmediata reparación quirúrgica.

ABSTRACT Rupture of the pregnant uterus is defined as a solution of pathological continuity of the uterine wall, most often located in the lower segment. The rupture of an intact uterus is very rare, its incidence is estimated between 1/5700 and 1/20000 pregnancies. Its prevalence has increased given the increase in vaginal delivery with previous caesarean section. Currently, it ranges between 0.3 and 1%, being higher in women with a vaginal delivery after caesarean section (0.78%) than in those who undergo an elective caesarean section (0.22%). Their diagnosis is usually early given by the severity of the debut. In this case, there is an atypical evolution of uterine rupture where the patient remains asymptomatic until she goes to the emergency room five days after delivery with fever and abdominal pain; Because of the abdominal and transvaginal ultrasound, the diagnosis could be quickly established and thus proceed to immediate surgical repair.

Rotura uterina durante el segundo trimestre de gestación asociado a placenta percreta: presentación de un caso y revisión de la literature / Uterine rupture during the second trimester of pregnancy associated with placenta percreta: presentation of a case and review of the literature

OBJETIVO: Reportar el manejo de un caso de rotura uterina asociado a percretismo placentario en el segundo trimestre de gestación; y realizar una revisión de la literatura acerca del diagnóstico y tratamiento de esta condición. PRESENTACIÓN DEL CASO: Paciente de 31 años con diagnóstico intraoperatorio de rotura uterina asociada a percretismo placentario a la semana 21 de gestación. Requirió manejo quirúrgico inmediato por abdomen agudo, presentando shock hipovolémico y muerte fetal in útero. Materiales y métodos: Se realizó una búsqueda de la literatura registrada en las bases de datos entre el año 1995 y 2017 y publicados en inglés y español. Se incluyeron los reportes de y series de caso y artículos de revisión, con relación al diagnóstico prenatal y tratamiento. RESULTADOS: La mayoría de los casos reportados de rotura uterina se describen en mujeres con rotura uterina por percretismo entre la semana 9 y 34 de gestación. El tratamiento es quirúrgico en la gran mayoría de casos y su abordaje dependerá de los hallazgos intraoperatorios y condiciones médicas asociadas. CONCLUSIÓN: El acretismo placentario presentado en etapas tempranas de la gestación es rara, sin embargo, se debe sospechar según hallazgos clínicos y paraclínicos. El manejo debe estar dirigido de acuerdo al grado de invasión placentaria y situación hemodinámica, la mayoría de las veces es quirúrgico y realizado por un equipo interdisciplinario.

OBJECTIVE: To report the management of a case of uterine rupture associated with placental percreta in the second trimester of pregnancy, and to make a review of the literature about the diagnosis and treatment of this condition. PRESENTACION OF THE CASE: A 31-year-old patient with intraoperative diagnosis of uterine rupture associated with placental percretism at week 21 of gestation, who required immediate surgical intervention for acute abdomen, which developed in a hypovolemic shock and fetal death in utero. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A Research was done of the literature registered in the databases between 1995 and 2017, and published in English and Spanish. We included case reports and case series and review articles, in relation to prenatal diagnosis and treatment. RESULTS: The majority of reported cases of uterine rupture that are found in women with this condition are due to percretism between week 9 and 34 of gestation. The treatment is surgical in the great number of cases, which procedure will follow depending on the intraoperative findings and associated medical conditions. CONCLUSION: Placental accreta presented at early stages of gestation is rare, however it should be taken into account while considering the clinical and paraclinical findings. The treatment must be directed accordingly to the degree of placental invasion and hemodynamic situation, although most of the time will lead to surgery performed by an interdisciplinary team.

Ruptured Uterus in Pregnancy: A Case Report.

Spontaneous uterine rupture in pregnancy is a rare phenomenon especially in the second trimester. When it occurs one has to suspect placenta percreta. Here we had such a case in a 32-year-old lady who had previous caesarean section for fetal distress 7 years ago. Now she got admitted with a history of 4 months of amenorrhea with severe pallor and hypotension. She did not have any uterine contraction before admission, and there is no history suggestive of any interference with the present pregnancy. On opening the abdomen, there was hemoperitoneum and an intact gestational sac was found protruding through the rent at right side of the fundus. Total abdominal hysterectomy was done, and the placenta was found to be placenta percreta, that was confi rmed by histopathological examination.

Causa infrecuente de abdomen agudo hemorrágico / Rare cause of acute abdomen bleeding

La rotura espontanea de vasos uterinos es una rara causa de abdomen agudo hemorrágico durante el embarazo y una complicación potencialmente mortal. Las manifestaciones clínicas son: dolor abdominal súbito, shock hipovolémico y caída de hematocrito. Objetivos: Presentación de causa infrecuente de abdomen agudo hemorrágico. Reporte de Caso: Se presenta un caso de una mujer de 36 años primigesta, con embarazo de 27 semanas, con abdomen agudo, sin antecedentes traumáticos y signos de shock hipovolémico. Ecografía abdominal con líquido libre en cavidad. En laparotomíaexploradora se halla laceración de vena uterina derecha, se realiza hemostasia directa y cesárea de urgencia por bradicardia fetal severa. Discusión: Debe realizarse un correcto diagnóstico diferencial dado que el tratamiento de la rotura espontanea de los vasos uterinos es el manejo urgente del shock hipovolémico y la intervención quirúrgica a la brevedad...

Spontaneous rupture of uterine vessels is a rarecause of acute abdomen bleeding during pregnancy and apotentially fatal complication.Clinical manifestations include sudden abdominal pain,hypovolemic shock and fall of hematocrit.Objectives: Introducing rare cause of acute abdomen bleeding.Case Report: We presents case of a woman aged 36 with 27weeks pregnancy (first one), acute abdomen, without traumatichistory WITH signs of hypovolemic shock. Abdominal ultrasoundwith free fluid in the cavity. At laparotomy we found laceration ofthe right uterine vein, performing direct hemostasis andemergency cesarean for severe fetal bradycardia.Discussion: We have to make sure of doing a correct differentialdiagnosis because the treatment of spontaneous rupture of theuterine vessels is urgent for management of hypovolemic shockand surgery should be performed promptly...

Uterine rupture revisited: predisposing factors, clinical features, management and outcomes from a tertiary care center in Turkey

To determine the predisposing factors, modes of clinical presentation, management modalities and fetomaternal outcomes of uterine rupture cases at a tertiary care center in Turkey. A 14-year retrospective analysis of 61 gravid [> 20 weeks of gestation] uterine rupture cases between January 1998 to March 2012 was carried out. The incidence of ruptured uteri was calculated to be 0.116%. Persistence for vaginal delivery after cesarean was the most common cause of uterine rupture [31.1%]. Ablatio placenta was the most common co-existent obstetric pathology [4.9%]. Bleeding was the main symptom at presentation [44.3%] and complete type of uterine rupture [93.4%] was more likely to occur. Isthmus was the most vulnerable part of uterus [39.3%] for rupture. The longer the interval between rupture and surgical intervention, the longer the duration of hospitalization was. Older patients with increased number of previous pregnancies were likely to have longer hospitalization periods. Rupture of gravid uterus brings about potentially hazardous risks. Regular antenatal care, hospital deliveries and vigilance during labor with quick referral to a well-equipped center may reduce the incidence of this condition

Indicações de cesariana baseadas em evidências: parte II: [revisão] / Evidence-based cesarean section indications: part II: [review]

A alta incidência de cesarianas desnecessárias é motivo de preocupação mundial. Estudos demonstraram que os benefícios conferidos ao feto pela cesariana são pequenos. Além de o procedimento se associar a maiores taxas de mortalidade materna, aproximadamente quatro a cinco vezes maiores que o parto vaginal, está também associado ao aumento da morbidade e mortalidade perinatal. Assim, a decisão para realização de uma cesariana deve ser criteriosa e discutida com a paciente. Realizou-se uma revisão da literatura em busca das melhores evidências disponíveis sobre indicações de cesariana. Foram abordadas algumas indicações, como placenta prévia, descolamento prematuro de placenta, vasa prévia, placenta acreta, infecção por HIV, herpes genital, hepatites e por HPV, condiloma genital, gestação múltipla, prolapso do cordão umbilical, distensão segmentar e ruptura uterina. Observou-se que a cesariana está formalmente indicada em algumas situações particulares, como na placenta prévia total. Em outros casos, pode haver indicação de cesárea intraparto, porém situações como HPV e gemelaridade não representam per se indicações de cesárea. Quando essas são relativas, tanto a mulher como seus familiares devem ser informados, e sua opinião deve ser considerada antes de se decidir pela realização da cesárea.

The increasing rate of unnecessary cesareans is a world preoccupation. Studies demonstrated that fetal benefits by cesarean are small, and the procedure is associated with higher rates of maternal death, 4-5-fold greater in relation with vaginal delivery, and increased perinatal morbidity and mortality. Indeed, the decision for a cesarean delivery should be rigorous and discussed with the patient. A literature review was performed searching the best current evidences evaluable. Indications for cesarean section were analyzed such as placenta praevia, abruptio placentae, vasa praevia, accretism, HIV infection, genital herpes, hepatitis, HPV and condiloma, multiple pregnancy, umbilical cord prolapse, distension and rupture uterine. In special circumstances like total placenta praevia an elective cesarean section is indicated. In other cases, an intrapartum cesarean section should be performed but situations like HPV and multiple pregnancy are not considered indications for cesarean per se. When relative indications for cesarean are present, both women and her family should be informed and their opinion considered when deciding for an operative delivery.

Emergency obstetric hysterectomy in Al-Wahda Teaching Hospital - Aden-[2004-2007]

The aim of this paper is to study the emergency obstetric hysterectomy by determining the incidence, maternal characteristics, indications, maternal and perinatal outcome. A retrospective descriptive hospital based study was conducted at at Al-Wahda Teaching Hospital, during the period January 1[st] 2004 to December 31[st] 2007. including all women underwent emergency obstetric hysterectomy. During the study period, 39 cases underwent emergency obstetric hysterectomy with incidence of 1.85/1000 deliveries and 14.09/1000 cesarean deliveries. EOH was more common in age group 26-35 years [59%]], as well as in Pluripara [48.7%] and grandmutlipara [38.5%]. The main indication was ruptured uterus [38.4%], followed by sepsis [30.8%], uterine atony [12.8%], and placenta accrete [10.3%]. The leading risk factor was primary cesarean section [30.8%], followed by obstructed labor [25.6%], and previous cesarean delivery [23.1%]. The Perinatal mortality was [51.3%], and case fatality rate was [17.9%]. We conclude that increased the incidence of emergency obstetric hysterectomy, associated with high maternal and perinatal mortality, uterine rupture and sepsis are the common indications, while primary cesarean section, obstructed labor, and previous cesarean sections are the leading risk factors

Vaginal birth after caesarean section; to evaluate factors for successful out come

Vaginal birth after caesarean section is currently the preferred method of delivery for pregnant women who had previous one lower segment caesarean section. This common practice warrants some reconsideration in light of recent clinical data on the risks associated with VBAC To evaluate conditions which can achieve successful vaginal birth after one caesarean section. Cross-sectional analytic study. Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Unit-l, Services Hospital, Lahore. Study was carried out over a period of six months from 08-06-2006 to 07-12-2006. One hundred pregnant women meeting inclusion criteria were included. During trial of labour patients were closely monitored by vital signs, fetal cardiac activity, lower abdominal pain and tenderness, fetal distress, vaginal bleeding and loss of presenting part. Mean age of the patients was 34.27 + 6.45. According to distribution of cases by parity, maximum number i.e 64 [64.0%] was P 3-6.79 patients [79.0%] had prior vaginal delivery. Maximum 41.0% patients were due to fetal distress while in 28% indication for previous caesarean were breech presentation. In 71% patient membranes were intact while 29.0% patients presented with per vaginal leaking. 51.0% had dilatation between 3-4cm. VBAC was more successful in patients 58.0% with favourable Bishop score. BMI <20, prior vaginal delivery, non-recurrent indication for previous caesarean, spontaneous onset of labour, cervical dilatation or favourable Bishop score, weight of baby < 3.5kg predict an individual's likelihood of successful VBAC

[Conservative treament for a post trumatic uterine rupture in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy]

We report the case of a woman in her 38[th] week of pregnancy who was brought by the SAMU in a state of shock following a car accident. She was a multiple trauma case with lesions over the face, the abdomen, a left femur fracture and metrorrhagia. The abdominal ultrasound revealed the presence of an important hemoperitoneum and absence of the fetal heart sounds. The surgical exploration found a ruptured uterus and an intra peritoneal dead fetus. A conservative treatment was done in this primipara and the post surgical evolution was good

Rotura uterina espontánea en el primer trimestre del embarazo / Uterine rupture spontaneously in the first quarter of pregnancy

La rotura uterina es una complicación obstétrica infrecuente, pero potencialmente letal para la madre y el feto. Ocurre principalmente durante el segundo o tercer trimestre, asociada a factores de riesgo, entre los que destaca la cirugía uterina previa. Su aparición durante el primer trimestre es excepcional, constituyendo un desafío médico por su difícil diagnóstico diferencial y controversial manejo. Se presenta el caso de una paciente con rotura espontánea de útero grávido de 10 semanas de gestación, portadora de triple cicatriz anterior. El diagnóstico fue intraoperatorio, tras la descompensación hemodinámica de la paciente. El manejo incluyó el cierre primario de la lesión y observación posterior. Al sexto día se constata la muerte fetal y se efectúa el vaciamiento de la cavidad uterina. La falla de las medidas conservadoras obligó finalmente a realizar una histerectomía obstétrica. La histopatología informó placenta acreta.

Uterine rupture is an uncommon obstetric event, but still potentially lethal for the mother and the fetus. It presents mainly during the second or third trimester and is associated with several riskf actors, being a previous uterine scar the most important of them. Its presentation during the first trimester is exceptional, and it constitutes a medical challenge, because of its difficult differential diagnosis and controversial management. A case of a multiparous, previous triple scar woman is presented, with a spontaneous uterine rupture at 10 weeks of pregnancy. In this case the diagnosis was made during surgery, after the patient's hemodynamic decompensation. The management included primary closure of the lesion and observation; when fetal death was confirmed, dilatation and curettage of the cavity had to be performed. Because of the failure of conservative management, an obstetric hysterectomy was carried out. Histopathology reported placenta accreta.

Rotura espontánea de útero bicorne en gestación asociada a acretismo placentario / Spontaneous uterine rupture in a bicornuate uterus associated with placenta accreta

La rotura espontánea en útero bicorne gestante es un accidente poco frecuente y difícil de diagnosticar. La prevalencia de malformaciones uterinas congénitas entre las mujeres fértiles está documentada entre 1-2 por ciento de la población; de éstas, el útero bicorne varía entre un 25 a 37 por ciento. Generalmente la rotura de la pared uterina sucede en el segundo trimestre, presentándose como intenso dolor abdominal a consecuencia de la hemorragia intraperitoneal. Presentamos caso clínico de una paciente gestante de 19 semanas con útero bicorne en el que se produjo una rotura uterina asociada a acretismo placentario. La placenta acreta y el útero bicorne son 2 entidades muy poco frecuentes pero que pueden asociarse. Como tratamiento se realizó una hemihisterectomía izquierda con una evolución satisfactoria.

The sudden rupture in bicornuate pregnant uterus is an uncommon and difficult-to-diagnose occurrence. The prevalence of congenital uterine malformations amongst fertile women is documented for 1-2 percent of the population; of these, bicornuate uterus varies from 25 to 37 percent. The rupture of the uterine wall happens generally in the second trimester, accompanied by an intense abdominal pain as a result of the intraperitoneal hemorrhage. We report a case of a 19 weeks pregnancy with an uterine rupture in a bicornuate uterus associated with a placental accretism. Both placental accretism and bicornuate uterus are uncommon but can be related. A left-side hemihysterectomy was applied leading to a satisfactory evolution.

Peripartum hysterectomy

To find out the frequency, indication and its associated morbidity in our setup. Prospective cross-sectional observational study for the period one year [from June 2003 - May 2004] carried out in the Department of Obs / Gynae, Lahore General Hospital Lahore. During the study there were 26 cases of peripartum hysterectomy, of which 14 case were of caesarean hysterectomy, while 10 cases were following normal vaginal delivery and 2 cases followed by instrumental delivery. Uterine atony was the most common indication for peripartum hysterectomy in 12 cases [46.15%]. Uterine rupture including instrumental delivery tear was 2nd most frequent cause in 4 +2=6[23.07%] of cases. In 19.2% [5] of cases abnormal placentation was the cause. In 2[7.6%] of cases sepsis was the cause leading to secondary PPH followed by hysterectomy. A subtotal hysterectomy was carried out in 10 [38.46%] and total hysterectomy was performed in 16 [61.53%] cases. there were 4 maternal deaths. Urinary tract injuries occurred in 3[11.53%] cases, fever, chest infection and wound infection were common morbidity. Anemia was found in almost every case. Intra and post operative Blood transfusion s were given in all cases. Reloparotomy was done in one patient for continues vaginal bleeding. Despite its morbidity and mortality emergency Obstetric hysterectomy remains an essential life saving tool. Uterine atony, uterine rupture and abnormal placentation were mast common indications, reflecting under utilization of existing antenatal, family planning services. Injudicious use of oxytocin, lack of transportation facilities, poverty and delayed referral all contribute to morbidity and mortality associated with emergency Obstetric hysterectomy

Secondary postpartum haemorrhage due to rupture of uterus

We report a very unusual case of secondary postpartum hemorrhage due to uterine rupture. Our case was a 23 years old lady who presented with heavy bleeding per vagina and gave history of home delivery. Rupture was most probably caused by injudicious use of oxytocic injection by a Traditional Birth Attendant at home. Surprisingly, after recovering completely from primary episode she again had heavy blood loss after 5 days. An emergency hysterectomy of the patient was performed to save the life

Ruptura uterina espontanea por placenta percreta

La rotura uterina en un útero sin cicatriz previa, y temprano en el tercer trimestre, es un evento raro. Se expone el caso clínico de una paciente que se presenta con abdomen agudo, cursando embarazo de aproximadamente 25 semanas, se realiza laparotomía exploradora encontrando hemoperitoneo, feto y placenta libres en la cavidad peritoneal y útero roto en el fondo invadido por la placenta, que compromete epiplón mayor. Se realiza histerectomía y se confirma el diagnóstico con biopsia.

Uterine rupture in labour

A retrospective analysis of women, identified clinically with uterine rupture, in labour, was carried out at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology unit 2 Civil Hospital Karachi between December 2000 to December 2001. The objective of the study was to identify the risk factors for uterine rupture in labor, to report maternal and fetal outcome and to identify preventive measures. There were 24 cases of uterine rupture. Of these, 4 were incomplete. The risk of uterine rupture was increased in grand multipara, women with previous caesarean section scars and those who had injudicious use of uterine stimulants. Lower uterine segment anteriorly was the commonest site of rupture. Vesico vaginal fistula, a serious morbidity was observed in 12.5%. There was one maternal death and 20.[83%] fetal losses

Uterine rupture: an analysis of 25 cases

To review the incidence of uterine rupture at Sondeman [P] Hospital Quetta and to highlight the main causes and management approach. A retrospective analysis of the referred cases received with suspected diagnosis of uterine rupture over a period of fourteen months [1[st] March, 1999 to 30[th] April 2000]. Setting: Gynae Unit-1, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Sandeman Provincial Hospital, Quetta During this period of fourteen months 61 87 deliveries took place in the hospital including 25 cases of uterine rupture, an incidence of 4 per 1 000 deliveries. Repair of uterus with bilateral tubal ligation was done in 14 [56%] patients while subtotal abdominal hysterectomy had to be done in 8 [32%] patients. Major postoperative complication was wound sepsis seen in four [16%] patients. Three [12%] maternal deaths occurred, two [66.66%] patients died due to hemorrhage and one [33.33%] patient due to sepsis. Fetal mortality was 1 00%