Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What cause amniotic fluid embolism to happen during a c-section what can go wrong?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Rare: This a rare but very serious problem. It can occur when amniotic fluid gets into the blood stream and sets up a reaction that can b e life threatening., .
Answered 3/6/2013
5.3k views
Thank
Show 1 more comment
Related Questions
A member asked:
Amniotic fluid embolism ....can someone in this world of medicine help me...Can't get any help in Miami fl cause it's so rare.. I'm not well .
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Does having a planned C-section prevents amniotic fluid embolism?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Can amniotic fluid embolism be prevented by having a c section?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
How does meconium stain amniotic fluid causes amniotic fluid embolism?
8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
Does amniotic fluid embolism happens during planned c sections?
Can tears in perineum during childbirth cause amniotic fluid embolism?
What is the clinical difference between hypovolemic shock and amniotic fluid embolism during c section?
I worry about Amniotic fluid Embolism. I know placenta abruption is likely cause in vaginal birth. What are the chances of placenta abruption during labor in a healthy pregnancy with no placenta abnormalities& no history of placenta abruption ?
Does your heart rate go up rapidly during amniotic-fluid embolism?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
