Diagnosis and treatment of acute uterine inversion

doi:10.3877/cma.j.issn.2095-3259.2017.01.008

Abstract

Abstract:

Uterine inversion occurs when the uterine fundus collapses into the endometrial cavity, turning the uterus partially or completely inside out. It has been attributed to excessive cord traction and fundal pressure during the third stage of labor, especially complicating with uterine atony and placenta implantation in the fundus. It is a rare complication of vaginal or cesarean delivery, but when it occurs, it is a life-threatening obstetrical emergency. If it is not promptly recognized and treated, uterine inversion can lead to severe hemorrhage and shock, resulting in maternal death.

Key words: Uterine inversion, Diagnosis, Treatment

Hongbo Qi. Diagnosis and treatment of acute uterine inversion[J]. Chinese Journal of Obstetric Emergency(Electronic Edition), 2017, 06(01): 32-35.

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