Breif Report

Vernix Gaseosa Granuloma A Rare Complication of Cesarean Section

Authors: RICHARD BOOTHBY MD, NANCY LAMMERT MD, GUY I. BENRUBI MD, BARTLEY WEISS MD

Abstract

SUMMARYWe have described a case of vernix caseosa granuloma after cesarean section in a young woman. The granuloma necessitated a second laparotomy and bowel resection. Review of the literature failed to reveal a similar complication after cesarean section.

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