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Traumatic fetal deaths.

P L Lane1

  • 1Department of Emergency Medicine, Victoria Hospital, London, Ontario, Canada.

The Journal of Emergency Medicine
|September 1, 1989
PubMed
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Traumatic fetal death can occur in motor vehicle crashes, even with minor maternal injuries. This rare event highlights the importance of understanding the impact of trauma on third-trimester pregnancies.

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Forensic Medicine

Background:

  • Traumatic fetal deaths are infrequent but critical outcomes of maternal trauma.
  • Understanding the relationship between maternal injury severity and fetal demise is crucial for clinical management and prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize traumatic third-trimester fetal deaths.
  • To analyze maternal injuries, seat belt usage, and clinical outcomes in these cases.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of all traumatic fetal deaths reported to the Chief Coroner's Office in Ontario from 1982-1986.
  • Inclusion criteria: third-trimester fetal deaths resulting from trauma.

Main Results:

  • 13 cases of traumatic third-trimester fetal death were identified.

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  • Maternal injuries were minor in 8 cases; serious injuries occurred in 5 cases.
  • Fetal demise resulted from placental abruption, infarction, laceration, or uterine rupture; 5 fetuses sustained significant injuries.
  • Seat belt use was reported in only 4 cases.

    • Conclusions:

    • Traumatic fetal death is a rare consequence of motor vehicle crashes.
    • Fetal demise can occur even with minimal maternal trauma, emphasizing the vulnerability of the third-trimester fetus.
    • The findings underscore the need for vigilance in evaluating pregnant individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents.