| Uterine torsion in second trimester of pregnancy followed by a successful-term pregnancy. | |
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PMID: 22914233 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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Uterine torsion is defined as rotation of the uterus of more than 45° on its long axis. It is an unusual complication of pregnancy and for most obstetricians it probably represents a 'once-in-a-lifetime' diagnosis. Fetal mortality up to 12% and occasional maternal mortality are reported. A 22-year-old second gravida presented at 22+ weeks gestation with severe abdominal pain and shock. Laparotomy was done for suspected abruptio placenta, when torsion of the uterus to 180° was diagnosed. Posterior hysterotomy was performed. She conceived the next year and was delivered at term by caesarean section. Uterine torsion is a rare complication of pregnancy and obstetricians should have this complication in mind when performing a caesarean section for undiagnosed severe abdominal pain in pregnancy. Anatomical landmarks should be defined if possible, prior to uterine incision during a caesarean section, to avoid posterior hysterotomy. |
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Farah Farouq Fatih; Vaidyanathan Gowri; Kuntal Rao |
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Type: Journal Article Date: 2012-08-21 |
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Title: BMJ case reports Volume: 2012 ISSN: 1757-790X ISO Abbreviation: BMJ Case Rep Publication Date: 2012 |
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Created Date: 2012-08-23 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 101526291 Medline TA: BMJ Case Rep Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: - Citation Subset: IM |
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman. |
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