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Incarcerated gravid uterus: A rare but potentially devastating obstetric complication
Carnot Njutapvoui Ntafam1, Bryce D Beutler2, Robert D Harris2
1All Saints University School of Medicine, Belair, Kingstown, St. Vincent & the Grenadines.
Radiology Case Reports
|March 21, 2022
Summary
Uterine incarceration, a rare obstetric complication, occurs when the gravid uterus gets trapped. Early diagnosis via clinical exam and imaging like ultrasound or MRI is crucial for effective management.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Background:
- Uterine incarceration is a rare obstetric complication.
- It involves the gravid uterus becoming entrapped between the sacral promontory and pubic symphysis.
Observation:
- Clinical presentation is variable, including low back pain, urinary retention, and nausea.
- A case of a 30-year-old female with uterine incarceration is presented.
Findings:
- Presumptive diagnosis relies on clinical history and physical examination.
- Ultrasound and pelvic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are essential for confirming the diagnosis.
Implications:
- Understanding the diagnosis, imaging features, and management is vital.
- This case highlights the importance of recognizing and managing uterine incarceration.
Keywords:
Incarcerated gravid uterusObstetric complicationsPelvic MRIPregnancy ultrasoundUltrasoundWomen's imagingMore Related Videos
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