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Uterine prolapse complicating pregnancy and labor: a case report and literature review

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Background

Uterine and cervical prolapse is a rare occurrence in pregnancy. It can be associated with minor cervical desiccation and ulceration to devastating maternal fatalities. The scope of complications includes urinary retention, preterm labor, premature delivery, fetal demise, maternal sepsis, and urinary retention.

Methods

We present a case of a lady, who developed uterine and cervical prolapse during pregnancy and the issues surrounding her antenatal and intrapartum management.

Results and conclusion

This case report highlights the effectiveness of a Gellhorn pessary for uterine prolapse in pregnancy.

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  1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, National University Hospital, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119074, Singapore

    Nurhidayati Mohamed-Suphan & Roy Kwok Weng Ng

  2. Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, National University of Singapore, National University Health System, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119074, Singapore

    Nurhidayati Mohamed-Suphan & Roy Kwok Weng Ng

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Mohamed-Suphan, N., Ng, R.K.W. Uterine prolapse complicating pregnancy and labor: a case report and literature review. Int Urogynecol J 23, 647–650 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-011-1573-2

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