Atypical Amniotic Fluid Embolism Managed with a Novel Therapeutic Regimen
Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is the second leading cause of maternal mortality in the USA with an incidence of 1 : 15,200 births. The case fatality rate and perinatal mortality associated with AFE are 13–30% and 9–44%, respectively. This rare but devastating complication can be difficult to diagnos...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2017-01-01
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Series: | Case Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/8458375 |