title: The incarcerated gravid uterus.
abstract: 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.
authors.forename: S C
authors.initials: SC
authors.lastname: Edminster
authors.forename: R D
authors.initials: RD
authors.lastname: Raabe
authors.forename: R B
authors.initials: RB
authors.lastname: Kates
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004630:Emergencies; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000175:diagnosis*; D014463:Ultrasonography; D014599:Uterus / Q000473:pathology*