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Review
. 1996 Mar;39(1):101-6.
doi: 10.1097/00003081-199603000-00010.

Amniotic fluid embolism

R W Martin  1
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Review

Amniotic fluid embolism

R W Martin. Clin Obstet Gynecol. 1996 Mar.

Abstract

AFE, although rare, remains a significant cause of maternal mortality. Even with improvements in supportive care, the prognosis remains poor for mother and fetus. The guidelines presented may help the physician to recognize this condition when it occurs and give some direction for therapy.

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