Case Report
Hypertonic Saline‐Induced Abortion Complicated by Consumptive Coagulopathy A Case Report
Abstract
Abstract:This is a case report of a midtrimester therapeutic abortion completed by intra-ovular bypertonic saline injection that was complicated by disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) and acute renal failure. Because of the severe consequences that can occur with this procedure, we consider it mandatory that each patient on whom intra-amniotic saline is used for abortion: (1) undergo serial hematologic evaluation; (2) be hospitalized in all instances; and (3) have serial electrolyte assays.This content is limited to qualifying members.
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