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Rupture of the uterus with DIC.
Annals of Emergency Medicine
|March 1, 1983
Summary
Uterine rupture is a rare obstetric emergency. This case highlights successful management of uterine rupture with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) through hysterectomy and factor replacement.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Background:
- Uterine rupture is an uncommon obstetric emergency, typically occurring after 36 weeks gestation in women with prior cesarean sections.
- Complete rupture can lead to severe maternal hypovolemic shock and high fetal mortality, while incomplete ruptures may be incidentally discovered.
- Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a known complication of various obstetric emergencies.