Amniotic fluid embolism--investigation of fatal cases in Slovakia in the years 2005-2010 compared with fatal cases in the United Kingdom.
BACKGROUND: Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a rare, often severe complication of pregnancy. The clinical diagnosis is difficult to establish and is one of exclusion. The aim of this study was to investigate 6 fatal cases of AFE in Slovakia and compare the incidence, risk factors, course, management...
Main Authors: | Kristufkova, A, Borovsky, M, Korbel, M, Knight, M |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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2014
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