The incarcerated gravid uterus.
The case of a 28-year-old multiparous woman with an incarcerated gravid uterus is presented. This largely unknown entity invariably results in spontaneous abortion if untreated. Patients present with a characteristic and readily recognizable sign and symptom complex and ultrasonographic findings. Early diagnosis is emphasized and therapy is outlined.
Edminster
S C
SC
Raabe
R D
RD
Kates
R B
RB
D000328:Adult; D004630:Emergencies; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000175:diagnosis*; D014463:Ultrasonography; D014599:Uterus / Q000473:pathology*