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[Massive fetomaternal hemorrhage--case report]
Piotr Hincz1, Anna Brot, Lech Podciechowski
1Klinika Medycyny Matczyno-Plodowej i Ginekologii ICZMP w Lodzi. phincz@plusnet.pl
Massive fetomaternal hemorrhage is defined as a loss of more than 30-50ml of fetal blood, transferred into maternal circulation. It can lead to severe anemization of the fetus and its consequences such as fetal hydrops or stillbirth. We present a case in which the diagnosis was based on the decresased fetal movement and pathological cardiotocography record. The Kleihauer-Betke test revealed a high percentage of fetal cells and allowed to state a proper diagnosis. An immediate cesarean section was performed and the lab tests confirmed severe anemization of the newborn.
Massive fetomaternal hemorrhage is defined as a loss of more than 30-50ml of fetal blood, transferred into maternal circulation. It can lead to severe anemization of the fetus and its consequences such as fetal hydrops or stillbirth. We present a case in which the diagnosis was based on the decresased fetal movement and pathological cardiotocography record. The Kleihauer-Betke test revealed a high percentage of fetal cells and allowed to state a proper diagnosis. An immediate cesarean section was performed and the lab tests confirmed severe anemization of the newborn.