Amniotic fluid embolism
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An amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a life-threatening childbirth (obstetric) emergency in which amniotic fluid enters the blood stream of the mother, triggering a serious reaction which results in cardiorespiratory (heart and lung) collapse and massive bleeding (coagulopathy).[1][2][3] The rate at which it occurs is 1 instance per 20,000 births and it comprises 10% of all maternal deaths.
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Intravascular squames are present in this example of amniotic fluid embolism. | |
Specialty | Obstetrics |
Risk factors | Advanced maternal age, history of pre-eclampsia, uterine rupture, fetal distress |
Frequency | 1 in 20,000 births |
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