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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Main Authors: Shadi Rezai, Alexander C. Hughes, Tracy B. Larsen, Paul N. Fuller, Cassandra E. Henderson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2017-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/8458375