Case report: Inferior phrenic artery bleeding leading to retroperitoneal hematoma in a stillborn mother: diagnostic challenges and clinical implications
Abstract Introduction In this report, we present a unique case of a stillbirth accompanied by significant unexplained retroperitoneal hematoma (RPH). Patient Information A 36-year-old patient at 31 6/7 weeks of gestation was confirmed stillbirth accompanied by clinical signs of significant blood los...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2025-07-01
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| Series: | BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-025-07772-0 |
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| Summary: | Abstract Introduction In this report, we present a unique case of a stillbirth accompanied by significant unexplained retroperitoneal hematoma (RPH). Patient Information A 36-year-old patient at 31 6/7 weeks of gestation was confirmed stillbirth accompanied by clinical signs of significant blood loss. Diagnosis, Treatment and prognosis After laparotomy and CTA examination, we clearly diagnosed the retroperitoneal hematoma. Arterial angiography revealed bleeding in the left inferior phrenic artery and an embolization was performed, successfully controlled the bleeding. Discussion This case gives clinician a clue for searching for the causes in pregnant women presenting with unexplained bleeding and provides some tips for searching for the bleeding vessels of retroperitoneal hematoma. It also suggests that the huge retroperitoneal hematoma might be a cause of stillbirth. |
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| ISSN: | 1471-2393 |