Transvaginal strangulated bowel evisceration through uterine perforation due to unsafe abortion: a case report and literature review

Abstract Background Induced abortion, whether therapeutic or elective, is a surgical procedure frequently practiced worldwide. It is a significant cause of maternal morbidity and mortality. When the procedure is performed in precarious conditions, by unqualified personnel, it leads to serious conseq...

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Main Authors: Landry Wakheu Tchuenkam, Aimé Noula Mbonda, Joel Noutakdie Tochie, Patrick P. Mbem-Ngos, Hugues G. Noah-Ndzie, Guy Aristide Bang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-03-01
Series:BMC Women's Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12905-021-01247-y