Abruptio placentae associated with perforated appendicitis and generalized peritonitis.

Yaron, Y; Lessing, J B; Peyser, M R · Am J Obstet Gynecol · 1992

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A primigravid woman at 35 weeks' gestation was admitted with abdominal pain, fever, and vomiting. Forceful contractions and signs of fetal distress suggested abruptio placentae. During caesarean section, seropurulent exudate and a perforated appendix were found; an appendectomy was performed. A mechanism linking appendicitis with abruptio placentae is suggested.

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