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Last uploaded: January 16, 2025
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D004619
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D004619
Preferred Name

Embolism, Amniotic Fluid

Definitions
Blocking of maternal circulation by AMNIOTIC FLUID that is forced into uterine VEINS by strong UTERINE CONTRACTION near the end of pregnancy. It is characterized by the sudden onset of severe respiratory distress and HYPOTENSION that can lead to maternal DEATH.
Synonyms
Embolisms, Amniotic Fluid
Amniotic Fluid Embolisms
Amniotic Fluid Embolism
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