Cardiopulmonary bypass support for emergency cesarean delivery in a patient with severe pulmonary hypertension.
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Abstract
Cesarean delivery in a patient with pulmonary hypertension poses significant risks, particularly if the maternal status is decompensating. We present the first report of emergency use of cardiopulmonary bypass for cesarean delivery in a patient whose status was deteriorating.
Medical subject headings
- Cardiopulmonary Bypass
- Cesarean Section
- Emergency Treatment
- Hypertension, Pulmonary
- Pregnancy Complications, Cardiovascular