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Post-mortem diagnosis of amniotic fluid embolism [PDF]
Autopsy and Case ReportsIn pregnancy, labor, delivery, or the immediate postpartum,1 there may be a sudden passage of amniotic fluid (containing elements of fetal origin) into the maternal bloodstream through the endocervical veins, placenta, and uterine venous sinuses.2 This ...
Andrea Gentilomo +5 more
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Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan, 2018 Amniotic fluid embolism is a rare and severe problem in obstetric patients. We experienced a 21-year primigravida who underwent emergency cesarean section due to sudden collapse and fetal distress after rupture of membranes in labour. Subsequently, she developed intraoperative coagulopathy, hemorrhage, hypotension, and respiratory collapse requiring ...
Nadia, Nawaz, Ahmed Raheem, Buksh
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Use of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in a Fulminant Course of Amniotic Fluid Embolism Syndrome Immediately after Cesarean Delivery [PDF]
Korean Journal of Critical Care Medicine, 2016 Amniotic fluid embolism is rare but is one of the most catastrophic complications in the peripartum period. This syndrome is caused by a maternal anaphylactic reaction to the introduction of fetal material into the pulmonary circulation.
Jae Ha Lee +6 more
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Amniotic Fluid Embolism with Isolated Coagulopathy: A Report of Two Cases [PDF]
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2016 Amniotic Fluid Embolism (AFE) is a catastrophic complication of pregnancy with high mortality rate. The most common clinical presentation is an abrupt onset of cardiopulmonary collapse.
Chi-Yuan Liao, Fuh-Jinn Luo
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Taiwanese Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2023 Objective: Amniotic fluid embolism is one of the most serious pregnancy complications. It can cause sudden maternal collapse with high mortality and morbidity.
Caroline Lim +5 more
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Amniotic Fluid Embolism in Post Caesarean Section
Andalas Obstetrics and Gynecology Journal, 2020 Background: According to WHO, around 73% of maternal deaths globally are caused by direct obstetric causes. The amniotic fluid embolism is a life-threatening obstetric emergency characterized by sudden cardiopulmonary system failure and can be ...
Defrin Defrin, Heri Farnas
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Anesthesia & Analgesia, 2009 Amniotic fluid embolism is one of the most catastrophic complications of pregnancy. First described in 1941, the condition is exceedingly rare and the exact pathophysiology is still unknown. The etiology was thought to be embolic in nature, but more recent evidence suggests an immunologic basis. Common presenting symptoms include dyspnea, nonreassuring
Richard S, Gist +3 more
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Diagnosis dan Tatalaksana Emboli Air Ketuban
Jurnal Anestesi Obstetri Indonesia, 2020 Emboli air ketuban merupakan sindrom katastrofik yang terjadi selama kehamilan dan persalinan atau segera setelah melahirkan. Emboli air ketuban adalah peristiwa masuknya air ketuban yang mengandung sel-sel janin dan material debris lainnya ke dalam ...
Dwiana Sulistyanti, Yusmein Uyun
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Amniotic fluid embolism: A narrative review
Journal of Obstetric Anaesthesia and Critical Care, 2023 Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a rare but deadly complication of pregnancy. First described in 1926, it remains a diagnosis of exclusion, without clear etiology or a specific test to confirm the diagnosis. Mortality remains high and neurological injury
Frederick J Baxter
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