Large Fibroid Complicating Pregnancy

Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2018, Vol 17, Issue 7

Abstract

The uterine fibroids are very common in the reproductive age group. During pregnancy, it may undergo rapid growth and red degeneration. It may get infected during puerperium. Most of the fibroids are asymptomatic. Women with fibroids may have infertility, a tendency for miscarriage, malpresentations, pre-term labor, placental abruption, placenta previa, fetal growth restrictions, fetal anomalies, postpartum hemorrhage, uterine dystocia, and increased risk of caesarean. Here, we present 24year-old primigravida who was admitted with 9 months of amenorrhea and anterior lower uterine segment fibroid of size 10.0 cm × 7.4 cm . She conceived immediately after marriage. All Investigations were normal. She was delivered by a outlet forceps assisted vaginal delivery. An alive female baby of 2.8 kg with good Apgar score. There was no sign of intrauterine growth restriction of the baby. The post-natal period was uneventful. The patient was discharged and came for follow-up after a month and was found to be alright.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr. Suganya . S, Dr. Saraswathi . K, Dr. Minthami Sharon . P

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  • EP ID EP377360
  • DOI 10.9790/0853-1707071416.
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Dr. Suganya . S, Dr. Saraswathi . K, Dr. Minthami Sharon . P (2018). Large Fibroid Complicating Pregnancy. IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS), 17(7), 14-16. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-377360