Gelatin sponge embolization. a method for the management of iatrogenic preterm premature rupture of the membranes.
Despite the morbidity and mortality associated with early midtrimester premature rupture of the membranes (PROM), limited therapeutic options currently exist for its treatment. A new operative approach to this condition termed embolization involves intra-uterine administration of a gelatin sponge which can remarkably reduce or eliminate further loss of amniotic fluid. A successful case of embolization for the treatment of iatrogenic previable PROM complicating therapeutic fetoscopy is described.
O'Brien
John M
JM
Department of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at Central Baptist Hospital, Lexington, Ky 40503, USA. jobrien@bhsi.com
Milligan
Douglas A
DA
Barton
John R
JR
D000328:Adult; D004621:Embolization, Therapeutic / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D005322:Premature Rupture of Fetal Membranes / Q000628:therapy*; D005780:Gelatin; D006801:Humans; D007049:Iatrogenic Disease; D011247:Pregnancy; D015503:Surgical Sponges
D005780:Gelatin