Amniotic fluid embolism: maternal mortality revisited
Davies, M.G.; Harrison, J.C.
British Journal of Hospital Medicine 47(10): 775-776
1992
ISSN/ISBN: 0007-1064 PMID: 1606465 Document Number: 404521
Amiotic fluid embolism is still a significant cause of maternal mortality. It must be suspected in all cases of sudden maternal collapse. For successful resuscitation, surgical delivery should be performed without delay.
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