Amniotic fluid embolism during emergency hysterotomy

Abstract

The most common obstetric surgeries performed in India are cesarean section. Unwillingness to undergo normal delivery, unfavorable anatomy, previous cesarean section, and pregnancy-induced hypertension are common indications to name. Although pregnancy is a natural process, many physiological changes occur in maternal health. Pregnant lady is at risk to develop pregnancy-related complications. Amniotic fluid embolism is one of the life-threatening complications that is seen during delivery.