CASE DISCUSSION
Torsion of uterus in advance pregnancy: A rare but tough challenge
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Case Description
Torsion of the uterus in advanced pregnancy is an exceptionally rare obstetric emergency that poses significant diagnostic and management challenges. Often presenting with nonspecific symptoms, it can mimic other acute abdominal conditions, leading to delays in recognition. This case discussion...
Case Summary
- A 33-year-old pregnant woman with two previous cesarean deliveries presented at 32 weeks gestation with sudden, severe abdominal pain and vomiting, raising suspicion of uterine rupture. Initial scans at 30 weeks were normal.
Speaker Profile
Dr. Pankaj Desai
Consultant Gynecologist, Janani Maternity Hospital, Vadodara, GujaratDr. Pankaj Desai is a Senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Janani Maternity Hospital in Vadodara, Gujarat, with over 30 years of experience in women\\\'s healthcare. He has been honored with seven gold medals and has authored more than 100 research papers published in national and international journals. Dr. Desai has delivered over 500 lectures worldwide, including in Australia, the UK, and Southeast Asia, and has been recognized with over 50 orations for his contributions to the field. His expertise is particularly sought after in managing high-risk obstetric conditions such as recurrent pregnancy loss, pre-eclampsia, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), and obstetric vasculopathies. He is also the author of the book Obstetric Vasculopathies, which delves into the pathophysiology and management of these complex conditions.