Uterine rupture at the fundus during pregnancy: a case report

Authors

  • Venkatesh K. V. Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, Karnataka, India
  • Harsha B. Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, Karnataka, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20151320

Keywords:

Pregnancy, Uterus

Abstract

Rupture of a gravid uterus is a surgical emergency. Predisposing factors include a scarred uterus. Spontaneous rupture of an unscarred uterus during pregnancy is a rare occurrence. We hereby present the case of a spontaneous complete uterine fundal rupture at Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, Karnataka, India. The patient had a history of septal resection. Spontaneous uterine rupture occurs when there is an upper segment uterine scar. This case report shows that past history of septal resection is a risk factor for the presence of uterine scar.

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Published

2017-02-19

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 6 (2015): November-December 2015

Section

Case Reports