title: Uterine emergencies. Atony, inversion, and rupture.
abstract: Uterine atony, inversion, and rupture are potentially fatal events that may occur in pregnancy. They are obstetric emergencies that require immediate attention. Although all women may experience these complications, identification or known risk factors allow the obstetric team to prepare for rapid diagnosis and intervention. This article includes management options to help prepare for these uncommon events.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, USA.
authors.forename: D L
authors.initials: DL
authors.lastname: Ripley
mesh_terms: D004630:Emergencies; D004638:Emergency Treatment; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007744:Obstetric Labor Complications / Q000628:therapy*; D006473:Postpartum Hemorrhage / Q000517:prevention & control; D011247:Pregnancy; D014591:Uterine Diseases / Q000628:therapy*