Date of Presentation
5-2-2024 12:00 AM
College
Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine
Poster Abstract
In the realm of obstetric emergencies, perimortem hysterotomy stands as a rare but crucial intervention, employed in dire circumstances to salvage both maternal and fetal lives. This procedure, involving the surgical delivery of a fetus from a mother in cardiac arrest, presents a unique set of challenges and ethical considerations for healthcare providers. This case report delves into the intricate details surrounding a perimortem hysterotomy performed under emergent conditions, exploring the clinical decision-making process, procedural intricacies, and outcomes. Through this narrative, we aim to shed light on the complexities of managing obstetric emergencies, emphasizing the critical role of timely intervention and interdisciplinary collaboration in optimizing patient outcomes.
Keywords
Hysterotomy, Sudden Cardiac Arrest, Ethics, Obstetric Emergency
Disciplines
Emergency Medicine | Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications | Health and Medical Administration | Maternal and Child Health | Medical Humanities | Medicine and Health Sciences | Obstetrics and Gynecology | Surgical Procedures, Operative
Document Type
Poster
Included in
Emergency Medicine Commons, Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications Commons, Health and Medical Administration Commons, Maternal and Child Health Commons, Medical Humanities Commons, Obstetrics and Gynecology Commons, Surgical Procedures, Operative Commons
A Rare Intervention: Perimortem Hysterotomy in an Obstetric Emergency in a 32-year-old Female
In the realm of obstetric emergencies, perimortem hysterotomy stands as a rare but crucial intervention, employed in dire circumstances to salvage both maternal and fetal lives. This procedure, involving the surgical delivery of a fetus from a mother in cardiac arrest, presents a unique set of challenges and ethical considerations for healthcare providers. This case report delves into the intricate details surrounding a perimortem hysterotomy performed under emergent conditions, exploring the clinical decision-making process, procedural intricacies, and outcomes. Through this narrative, we aim to shed light on the complexities of managing obstetric emergencies, emphasizing the critical role of timely intervention and interdisciplinary collaboration in optimizing patient outcomes.