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Maternal blood clot patch therapy: a model for postamniocentesis amniorrhea
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Osmangazi University, Eskişehir, Turkey.
American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
|January 10, 1998
Summary
Persistent amniotic fluid leakage after amniocentesis was successfully treated by injecting maternal blood to form a clot. This method controlled leakage within 12 hours, ensuring a healthy term delivery.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Background:
- Amniocentesis is a common prenatal diagnostic procedure.
- Post-procedural amniotic fluid leakage can lead to complications such as infection and preterm labor.
- Persistent amniotic fluid leakage poses risks to both mother and fetus.