Abruptio placentae in the setting of an atypical presentation of acute appendicitis: A case report

Peter C. Klatsky; Emily J. Cronbach; Lora K. Shahine; Aaron B. Caughey

Abruptio placentae in the setting of an atypical presentation of acute appendicitis: A case report

Peter C. Klatsky, Emily J. Cronbach, Lora K. Shahine, Aaron B. Caughey

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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Causes of placental abruption include traumatic events, cocaine use, hypertension, cigarette smoking and advanced maternal age. Recent studies also implicate inflammatory precursors, such as preterm premature rupture of membranes and chorioamnionitis. Clear precipitating events are often not identified, and precise etiologic determinants are still being determined. CASE: A 25-year-old woman, gravida 4, para 2012, presented with acute onset of severe abdominal pain; frequent, low-amplitude contractions; and a nonreassuring fetal heart tracing. While performing an urgent cesarean section for acute placental abruption, a ruptured appendicitis was identified. CONCLUSION: This case suggests that appendicitis in the third trimester may be a risk factor for placental abruption.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	129-131
Number of pages	3
Journal	Journal of Reproductive Medicine for the Obstetrician and Gynecologist
Volume	53
Issue number	2
State	Published - Feb 2008
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Abruptio placentae
Appendicitis
Infectious
Pregnancy complications

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Reproductive Medicine
Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Abruptio placentae in the setting of an atypical presentation of acute appendicitis: A case report

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