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Abdominal emergencies during pregnancy.

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Abdominal emergencies in pregnancy require specialized care due to atypical symptoms and risks of premature labor. Prompt diagnosis and management of conditions like appendicitis and cholecystitis are crucial for maternal and infant well-being.

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Surgical Gastroenterology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Abdominal emergencies occur in 1 in 500-700 pregnancies, necessitating surgery in 0.2-2% of cases.
  • Pregnancy-associated physiological changes can alter clinical presentations, leading to diagnostic challenges and delayed treatment.
  • These conditions pose risks to both maternal and infant health, including premature labor.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review anatomical and physiological changes during pregnancy.
  • To describe common abdominal emergencies during pregnancy.
  • To outline diagnostic and therapeutic management strategies for these emergencies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of abdominal emergencies in pregnancy.
  • Analysis of diagnostic uncertainty and therapeutic delays.
  • Discussion of management for appendicitis, cholecystitis, intestinal obstruction, and pancreatitis.

Main Results:

  • Acute appendicitis and cholecystitis are common, with laparoscopic approaches recommended.
  • Intestinal obstruction is managed medically initially.
  • Acute pancreatitis, though rare, may require intervention, with timing dependent on trimester.

Conclusions:

  • Specialized centers are vital for managing pregnancy-related abdominal emergencies.
  • Laparoscopic surgery is often preferred for appendicitis and cholecystitis.
  • Timely and accurate diagnosis is essential to minimize maternal and infant morbidity.