Uterine Incision Necrosis Following Cesarean Section—a Case Report

Abstract

Increasing incidence of caesarean sections is a matter of concern globally. This surgical procedure carries its own risks and may lead to potential complications. Uterine incision necrosis is one such rarely encountered complication. The present manuscript describes this rare presentation and its subsequent management based on evidence-based medicine. Here, we report a case of multipara women who presented on a post-operative day (POD)5 of emergency cesarean section done outside with septic shock. On further evaluation based on clinical features, investigations and relevant imaging; patient underwent emergency exploratory laparotomy followed by total hysterectomy. Patient gradually improved and was subsequently discharged. This case report highlights the importance of timed surgical intervention in cases that are consistent with uterine incisional necrosis/dehiscence.