International journal of obstetric anesthesia
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Int J Obstet Anesth
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Int J Obstet Anesth · Jan 2013
Case ReportsElectrical impedance tomography may optimize ventilation in a postpartum woman with respiratory failure.
Amniotic fluid embolism is a rare peripartum complication with the sudden onset of haemodynamic instability, respiratory failure and coagulopathy during labour or soon after delivery. A 31-year-old woman with amniotic fluid embolism was treated with vasopressors, inotropes, intravenous fluid, tranexamic acid and ventilatory support. Assessment of respiratory impairment was made using conventional chest X-ray, computed tomography and electrical impedance tomography. The potential for electrical impedance tomography to improve monitoring and guide respiratory therapy is explored.