Sudden maternal deaths from amniotic fluid embolism.
Ceylon Med J
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1997 Dec; 42(4): 185-9
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en Inglés
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| ID: sea-48325
ABSTRACT
Sudden maternal death from amniotic fluid embolism is a rare but serious complication which usually occurs during late pregnancy, often during labour or shortly after, with more than 80% mortality. Such a death causes immense stress to both the relatives and the attending doctors as it is sudden and unexpected. Three such deaths are discussed here. Traditionally, it was believed that this complication usually occurred in prolonged and difficult labour, but there is evidence contrary to this, and it is not possible to predict when and where this fatal complication will occur. Current views and various pathophysiologic mechanisms leading to the fatal outcome are also discussed.
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Asunto principal:
Autopsia
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Femenino
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Humanos
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Embarazo
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Cesárea
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Adulto
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Muerte Súbita
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Embolia de Líquido Amniótico
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Complicaciones del Trabajo de Parto
Tipo de estudio:
Estudio pronóstico
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Ceylon Med J
Año:
1997
Tipo del documento:
Artículo
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