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A case of massive vulvar oedema due to septic pubic symphysitis complicating pregnancy.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  21133872     Owner:  NLM     Status:  In-Process    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
We present a case of pyogenic pubic symphysitis presenting in the third trimester with progressive suprapubic pain, fever and massive vulvar oedema. This case demonstrates a rare, but important cause of sepsis in pregnancy, which, if not recognised and treated promptly, may result in significant morbidity.
Authors:
Alice M Lawford; Katherine Scott; Karin Lust
Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article     Date:  2010-09-16
Journal Detail:
Title:  The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology     Volume:  50     ISSN:  1479-828X     ISO Abbreviation:  Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol     Publication Date:  2010 Dec 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2010-12-07     Completed Date:  -     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  0001027     Medline TA:  Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol     Country:  Australia    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  576-7     Citation Subset:  IM    
Copyright Information:
© 2010 The Authors. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology © 2010 The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.
Affiliation:
University of Sheffield Medical School, Sheffield, UK.
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