Amniotic Fluid Embolism Treated with Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Amniotic Fluid Embolism Treated with Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

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Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is an extremely rare yet fatal obstetric emergency.AFE presents as sudden cardiovascular collapse after a breach of maternal-fetal membranes and is often complicated by Hair Styling Tools severe coagulopathy.We present a case where an AFE was treated with veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) to help overcome the acute cardiopulmonary Milkshake Machines:Commercial Blenders insult.

The use of echocardiography proved to be an invaluable tool to help guide treatment and optimal duration of ECMO in the face of severe coagulopathy.