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  • Title: [Amniotic fluid embolism in trial of labor. A case report].
    Author: D'Addato F, Repinto A, Angeli G.
    Journal: Minerva Ginecol; 1997 May; 49(5):217-20. PubMed ID: 9304083.
    Abstract:
    Amniotic fluid embolism is a rare complication of pregnancy, which accounts for about 10% of all maternal deaths. A case of acute embolic episode occurred during labor in a 36-year-old patient with spontaneous rupture of membranes is described. Caesarean section was performed immediately, followed by hysterectomy; the baby survived but the mother died because of DIC and cardiorespiratory arrest.
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