Authors: K. Kubínová 1; K. Kudrna 2; J. Mašata 1; Z. Hájek 1 Authors‘ workplace: Gynekologicko-porodnická klinika VFN a 1. LF UK, přednosta prof. MUDr. A. Martan, DrSc. 1; I. chirurgická klinika hrudní, břišní a úrazové chirurgie VFN a 1. LF UK, přednosta doc. MUDr. J. Šváb, CSc. 2 Published in: Ceska Gynekol 2009; 74(1): 64-66
Symphysis pubis rupture is rare but life-threatening complication of vaginal delivery. Prompt diagnosis and therapy of this complication is crucial. We present a case report of a patient with a symphysis pubis rupture followed by severe intraabdominal bleeding. The therapy of symphysis pubis rupture is usually conservative according to the available sources. In the case of our patient osteosynthesis was performed with an excellent result.
Key words: symphysis, pubis rupture, vaginal delivery.
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