scholarly journals Spontaneous Haemoperitoneum in Pregnancy (SHiP) with Placenta Percreta in Bicornuate Uterus with Successful Pregnancy Outcome

Author(s):  
Jayasree Santhosh ◽  
Latha V. Kharka ◽  
Atheel Kamona ◽  
Sumaiya S. Al Amri

Intraperitoneal haemorrhage during pregnancy or postpartum without any history of trauma is termed Spontaneous Haemoperitoneum in Pregnancy (SHiP). This is a rare condition, causing significant morbidity and mortality for the mother and the neonate. We report a case of SHiP in a patient who presented to us at 31 weeks of gestation with right iliac fossa pain, pallor and tachycardia. Radiological investigations revealed intraperitoneal bleeding and a right adnexal haematoma. She was managed conservatively with blood transfusion and supportive care. At 36 weeks of gestation, lower segment caesarean section (LSCS) was done and a live baby with good Apgar score was delivered. Per-operatively, she was found to have a bicornuate uterus, placenta percreta at the junction of the horns and a right adnexal haematoma. This case highlights the significance of thorough evaluation of acute abdominal pain in pregnancy in avoiding unnecessary surgical intervention and iatrogenic prematurity. Keywords: Abdominal pain; Caesarean Section; Hemoperitoneum; Placenta accreta; Pregnancy.

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. e236429
Author(s):  
Bankole Oyewole ◽  
Anu Sandhya ◽  
Ian Maheswaran ◽  
Timothy Campbell-Smith

A 13-year-old girl presented with a 3-day history of migratory right iliac fossa pain. Observations and inflammatory markers were normal, and an ultrasound scan was inconclusive. A provisional diagnosis of non-specific abdominal pain or early appendicitis was made, and she was discharged with safety netting advice. She presented again 6 days later with ongoing abdominal pain now associated with multiple episodes of vomiting; hence, the decision was made to proceed to diagnostic laparoscopy rather than a magnetic resonance scan for further assessment. Intraoperative findings revealed 200 mL of serous fluid in the pelvis, normal-looking appendix, dilated stomach and a tangle of small bowel loops. Blunt and careful dissection revealed fistulous tracts that magnetised the laparoscopic instruments. A minilaparotomy was performed with the extraction of 14 magnetic beads and the repair of nine enterotomies. This case highlights the importance of careful history taking in children presenting with acute abdominal pain of doubtful aetiology.


2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claire Sutton ◽  
Prue Standen ◽  
Jade Acton ◽  
Christopher Griffin

A 44-year-old nulliparous woman was transferred to a tertiary obstetric hospital for investigation of acute onset abdominal pain. She was at gestation of 32 weeks and 2 days with a history of previous laparoscopic fundal myomectomy. An initial bedside ultrasound demonstrated oligohydramnios. Following an episode of increased pain early the following morning, a formal ultrasound diagnosed a uterine rupture with the fetal arm extending through a uterine rent. An uncomplicated classical caesarean section was performed and the neonate was delivered in good condition but with a bruised and oedematous right arm. The neonate was transferred to the Special Care Nursery for neonatal care. The patient had an uncomplicated postoperative course and was discharged home three days following delivery. This is an unusual presentation of uterine rupture following myomectomy where the fetal arm had protruded through the uterine wall.


2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 19-23
Author(s):  
Orelvis Rodríguez Palmero ◽  
Liseidy Ordaz Marin ◽  
María Del Rosario Herrera Velázquez ◽  
Agustín Marcos García Andrade

Present the case of a 66-year-old male patient, with a history of right inguinal hernia, who was referred to the emergency room at the IESS de Chone Basic Hospital in the north of the Manabí province, Ecuador, with symptoms of Abdominal pain of more than 24 hours of evolution located in the right iliac fossa and inguinal region on the same side, in the physical examination the hernia was impossible to reduce, so he was taken to the operating room, in the intervention the cecal appendix was found swollen within the hernial sac, a condition known as Amyand's hernia.


2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. e232797
Author(s):  
Clemmie Stebbings ◽  
Ahmed Latif ◽  
Janakan Gnananandan

A 39-year-old multiparous Afro-Caribbean woman attended the emergency department with sudden-onset severe right iliac fossa pain. Her inflammatory markers were mildly elevated. Computerised tomography of the abdomen demonstrated features of fat stranding in the right iliac fossa suspicious of acute appendicitis. The scan also noted uterine leiomyomas. The patient was taken to theatre for an emergency diagnostic laparoscopy where her appendix was found to be macroscopically normal. A necrotic heavily calcified parasitic leiomyoma was seen in the right adnexa, free of the uterus and adherent to the greater omentum on a long torted pedicle. The parasitic leiomyoma was successfully removed piecemeal laparoscopically. Complications of leiomyomas, namely, torsion and necrosis, are important differentials in women presenting with sudden-onset lower abdominal pain. A history of sudden-onset severe lower abdominal pain with a background of known leiomyoma should prompt the clerking surgeon to consider a complication of leiomyoma as part of the differential diagnoses.


2021 ◽  
pp. 228-228
Author(s):  
Vishal Vashist ◽  
Roohani Mahajan ◽  
Bhanu Gupta

Subarachnoid block is commonly employed for caesarean deliveries, by virtue of its simplicity in terms of performance, safety for the parturients as compared to general anesthesia. The case history of a 27-yearold female parturiant patient is presented. She was posted for emergency lower segment caesarean section in view of primigravida with breech presentation in labour . She was obese with bodyweight of 102 kg. She had a thick scaly plaque over the back in midline from L1 to L5 area, which is contraindication for administration of spinal anaesthesia via standard median and paramedian approach . Taylor’s approach for administration of the same was tried and proved successful, thus saving the patient from receiving general anaesthesia .


2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (13) ◽  
pp. 988-990
Author(s):  
Tanvi Desai ◽  
Muthulakshmi D ◽  
Vasanthalakshmi G.N. ◽  
Jaya Vijayaraghavan

A 30-year-old female, gravida-3, para–1, live–1, abortion–1, admitted in Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER) at 37 weeks and 6 days of gestation–planned for elective lower segment Caesarean section. Growth scan done at 37 weeks showed fetal growth restriction (estimated fetal weight-EFW at 3rd centile) with uterine artery Doppler showing high resistance flow. She had mild anaemia (haemoglobin 9g / dl), B negative blood group, indirect Coomb’s test was negative, and injection anti D was not given antenatally. She had an uneventful antenatal period. In 2013, at 23-years of age, she was referred to SRIHER with high grade fever and lower abdominal pain for one-week duration. She had history of dilatation and curettage done one week back for missed abortion. Pelvic ultrasound and computed tomography showed an adnexal mass with air pockets suggestive of a pelvic abscess. She was taken up for emergency laparoscopy which revealed a pelvic abscess walled off by omental and bowel adhesions along with perforation on the upper part of the posterior surface of uterus with extensive sloughing. In view of the nulliparous status of the patient conservative management was opted for and decision was taken to preserve the uterus under stepped up antibiotic cover. Thorough peritoneal wash was given, and intraperitoneal drain was kept. Patient was intensively monitored. Though she developed features of evolving sepsis prompt critical care management resulted in her steady recovery without undergoing hysterectomy.1 In 2018, (G2A1) patient was planned for elective lower segment Caesarean section (LSCS) at 37 weeks. However, she came to our institute at 33 weeks and 4 days of gestation in early labour. In view of history of previous septic abortion with uterine perforation, she delivered by emergency lower segment Caesarean section. Baby was a late preterm girl, weighing 1.9 Kg, cried immediately at birth. Placenta and membranes were delivered in toto. Intraoperative period was uneventful. Posterior wall of uterus did not show any signs of the previous perforation. Postoperative period was uneventful.


2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 19
Author(s):  
Narinder Kaur ◽  
Sushila Jain

Introduction: Contrary to the WHO recommended caesarean section (CS) rate of 15%, there is an alarming trend of increasing caesarean section rates. An important reason for this is repeat caesarean section (RCS). Vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) is one of the methods of reducing CS rates in women with history of previous CS. This study was done with the aim to see the maternal and fetal outcome among parturient with history of single previous caesarean section and to determine the rate of VBAC at Lumbini Medical College, Nepal. Methods: This is a prospective study done for a period of ten months. Seventy parturient fulfilling inclusion criteria of term pregnancy with single live fetus and history of one Lower Segment Caesarean Section (LSCS) were enrolled in the study. Patients meeting the criteria for VBAC were given trial of labour and others were taken for elective repeat CS. This cohort was analyzed further, with respect to age, parity, period of gestation, mode of delivery, indication for CS, maternal and fetal complications and outcomes. Results: VBAC was successful in 27.14% of patients (n=19) while the rest 51 (72.85%) underwent RCS . Indications for RCS was mainly scar tenderness 7 (13.7%), fetal distress 6 (11.7%), non progress of labour 6 (11.7%), meconium stained liquor 6 (11.7%) and post-dated pregnancy 6 (11.7%). Maternal morbidity was comparable in women undergoing RCS or VBAC. There was one still birth and one early neonatal death in each group due to complications of meconium aspiration. Conclusion: Patients with previous CS are at high risk of RCS. If trial of labor is allowed under careful patient selection and supervision, the rate of vaginal delivery after caesarean section can be increased safely. As there is no added perinatal morbidity and mortality in cases of VBAC as compared to RCS, VBAC shows the right way forward to decrease the rate of caesarean section.


2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. A158-A158
Author(s):  
Nami Safai Haeri ◽  
Jagdeesh Ullal ◽  
Hussain Mahmud

Abstract Introduction: Spontaneous Adrenal Hemorrhage (SAH) in pregnancy is a rare occurrence with estimated prevalence of 0.03% to 1.8%. SAH usually involves the right gland and can be easily mistaken with other conditions due to its nonspecific symptoms. We hereby report 2 cases of spontaneous bilateral SAH that occurred during the 3rd trimester of pregnancy. Case 1: 28-year-old female with history of IBS presented during 35th week of her first pregnancy with right-sided abdominal pain. Abdominal MRI revealed a 4.7 x 2.8 cm right adrenal hemorrhage. Due to stability of her vitals, steroids were not initiated and she was discharged. She returned 4 days later with similar pain but this time on the left side. MRI did not reveal adrenal bleeding. Due to Blood Pressure (BP) of 90/70 mmHg, hydrocortisone IV 50mg every 8 hours was started. 36 hour later she became tachycardic and tachypneic. CT angiogram (CTa) ruled out Pulmonary Emboli (PE), but was remarkable for interval development of a 5.3 x 3 cm left adrenal hemorrhage. There were no findings indicative of Primary Adrenal Insufficiency (PAI). Patient was discharged home on physiologic dose of hydrocortisone and delivered a healthy baby 2 weeks later at term. Case 2: 30-year-old female with history of hypertension and polycystic kidney disease presented at 31st week of her 2nd pregnancy with left-sided abdominal pain. Abdominal CT scan showed a 2.3 x 3.1 cm left adrenal hemorrhage. Due to BP of 85/50 mmHg at presentation, she was started on hydrocortisone IV 50 mg one dose followed by 25 mg every 8 hours, which improved her BP. 3 days later she developed new right flank pain. MRI was remarkable for features indicative of adrenal hyperplasia but did not confirm presence of hemorrhage. 1 day later she developed hypoxia and underwent CTa to rule out PE, which was remarkable for a new right adrenal hemorrhage. She did not have findings indicative of PAI and was discharged home on physiologic dose of hydrocortisone. Unfortunately, the pregnancy resulted in intrauterine fetal death at 36 weeks. Discussion: Adrenal cortex hyperplasia secondary to physiological elevation of ACTH plus adrenal venous constriction due to increased catecholamine release, have been suggested as possible mechanisms for increased risk of SAH in pregnancy. Common manifestations of SAH include abdominal pain, fever, fatigue, dizziness, anemia and hypotension. Features of PAI such as hyponatremia and hyperkalemia should be expected in cases of over 90% damage of adrenal cortices. Management in pregnancy involves fluid resuscitation, close monitoring for findings suggestive of adrenal crisis, fetal monitoring and glucocorticoid +/- mineralocorticoid replacement if indicated. Possibility for development of bilateral SAH should always be considered in patients who develop unilateral SAH. If left unrecognized, SAH is associated with poor outcomes and high fatality rate for both mother and fetus.


Author(s):  
Garima Kumari

 Endometriosis is defined by the presence and growth of ectopic functional endometrial tissue outside the uterus. The symptoms are nonspecific, typically involving abdominal wall pain at the time of menstruation. It commonly follows obstetrical and gynecological surgeries. The diagnosis is frequently made only after excision of scar the diseased tissue. A case report of 34 year old female patient presenting with scar endometriosis 7 years after her last LSCS (lower segment caesarean section). The patient came with the complaint of supra pubic swelling since 6 months, which was growing slowly. Her menstrual history was regular, but she had lower abdominal pain during menstruation. On clinical history, examination and USG finding the swelling was diagnosed as scar endometriosis.


Medicina ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 55 (1) ◽  
pp. 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Atsushi Kohga ◽  
Kiyoshige Yajima ◽  
Takuya Okumura ◽  
Kimihiro Yamashita ◽  
Jun Isogaki ◽  
...  

Isolated cecal necrosis (ICN) is a rare condition which is developed under decreased mesenteric perfusion. Only a few dozen cases of ICN have been reported previously. The patient was a 59-year-old male with a previous history of atrial fibrillation. He presented to our emergency room with the chief complaint of lower abdominal pain. Computed tomography imaging revealed a dilated cecum and presence of free air. With a preoperative diagnosis of perforation of the cecum; an urgent surgery was conducted. Intraoperative findings revealed an ischemic change of the cecum and a laparoscopic-assisted ileocecal resection was performed. The pathological findings showed transmural ischemic change on the anti-mesenteric side of the cecum, and the diagnosis of ICN was achieved. Preoperative diagnosis of ICN is difficult because of its non-specific radiological features. In patients with right lower abdominal pain, ICN should be considered as a differential diagnosis especially if the patient has a comorbidity causing hypotension attack.


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