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Yanhong Xu1,2,3,4, Yulong Zhang1,2,3,4, Jiaying Zheng1,2,3,4
1College of Clinical Medicine for Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics, Fujian Maternity and Child Health Hospital Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, People's Republic of China.
International Journal of Women'S Health
|November 4, 2025
Summary
Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a rare obstetric emergency. This case highlights successful multidisciplinary management of a severe AFE with cardiac arrest and liver rupture.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Critical Care Medicine
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Background:
- Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a rare, life-threatening obstetric emergency.
- It occurs when amniotic fluid enters the maternal circulation, leading to rapid multi-organ failure.
- Prompt diagnosis and management are critical for improving patient outcomes.
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