Abstract
Backgrond: Uterine rupture after endometrial ablation is rare and has not been reported previously in the English literature. Case: A 33-year-old multigravida at 26 5/7 weeks of gestation had undergone two endometrial ablation procedures. The first attempt 2 years before pregnancy was complicated by uterine perforation. She presented with severe abdominal pain. A cesarean delivery was performed for recurrent late fetal heart rate deceleration, and a complete spontaneous uterine rupture was discovered. Conclusion: Pregnancies that occur after endometrial ablation have a risk of morbidity. Physicians must counsel women on the importance of contraception or sterilization as a critical component of the procedure.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 405-406 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Obstetrics and gynecology |
Volume | 115 |
Issue number | 2 SUPPL. 2 PART. 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Feb 2010 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Obstetrics and Gynecology