Amniotic fluid embolism: A case study and literature review

• Main Authors: Elsey RJ, Moats-Biechler MK, Faust MW, Cooley JA, Ahari S, Summerfield DT
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Arizona Thoracic Society 2019-04-01
• Series: Southwest Journal of Pulmonary and Critical Care
• Subjects: amniotic fluid embolus; amniotic fluid embolism; complication; diagnosis; treatment; disseminated intravascular coagulation; pathogenesis; hypotension; algorithm; factor VIIa
• Online Access: http://www.swjpcc.com/critical-care/2019/4/29/amniotic-fluid-embolism-a-case-study-and-literature-review.html

Amniotic fluid embolus is a rare and life threatening peripartum complication that requires quick recognition and emergent interdisciplinary management to provide the best chance of a positive outcome for the mother and infant. The following case study demonstrates the importance of quick recognition as well as an interdisciplinary approach in caring for such a condition. A literature review regarding the current recommendations for management of this condition follows as well as a proposed treatment algorithm.