Respiratory arrest caused by a large uterine myoma: A case report

Large abdominal masses increase intra-abdominal pressure, thus changing the hemodynamics of the patient by elevating the diaphragm and causing partial occlusion of the inferior vena cava (IVC). Large abdominal masses present many challenges, including life-threatening risks due to severe cardiovascu...

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Main Authors: Min Chul Choi, M S Kim, G H Lee, H Park, S G Jung, K A Kim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Health and Medical Publishing Group 2016-11-01
Series:South African Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
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Online Access:http://www.sajog.org.za/index.php/SAJOG/article/view/1094/532