Occult placental abruption after maternal trauma

Kettel, L.M.; Branch, D.W.; Scott, J.R.

Obstetrics and Gynecology 71(3 Part 2): 449-453

1988


ISSN/ISBN: 0029-7844
PMID: 3347433
Document Number: 308145
Three cases of occult abruption after maternal trauma are presented. In each instance, there was no vaginal bleeding, and abdominal findings were subtle. By maintaining a high index of suspicion and monitoring the fetus continuously, the obstetrician may minimize the fetal complications of placental abruption in traumatized pregnant patients.

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