Jayashree Doval
India
Case Report
Successful Resuscitation Following Amniotic Fluid Embolism During Emergency Lower Segment Caesarean Section: A Case Report
Author(s): Meshram P, Maneesha, Uma Hariharan and Jayashree DovalMeshram P, Maneesha, Uma Hariharan and Jayashree Doval
Amniotic fluid embolism (AE) is a rare and potentially fatal condition occurring in obstetric patients, which continues to have a high mortality rate. We report a case of AE occurring during the peri-partum period, in which due to expeditious cardiopulmonary resuscitation, both the mother and the newborn survived. High degree of suspicion and prompt action is mandatory for a favorable outcome in such scenarios. .. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2572-9462.1000106