Definition Epidemiology: rare (1:20,000 deliveries) but potentially lethal complication (86% mortality rate in some series) Time Frame: Amniotic fluid embolism can occur during labor, delivery, cesarean section, or postpartum. Mortality: Exceeds 50% in the first hour. Etiology: Entry of amniotic fluid into the maternal circulation through any break in the uteroplacental membranes. These breaks may […]