Spontaneous Renal Rupture During Pregnancy: A Contemporary Literature Review and Guide to Management

Conclusions When diagnosed early and managed appropriately, maternal and fetal outcomes are favorable. Preterm delivery is the most common complication. Relevance Our aim is to increase the awareness of spontaneous renal rupture in pregnancy and its associated complications in order to improve an accurate diagnosis and maternal and fetal outcomes. Target Audience Obstetricians and gynecologists, family physicians Learning Objectives After completing this activity, the learner should be better able to identify the risk factors of spontaneous renal rupture in pregnancy; outline the presenting signs and symptoms of renal system rupture during pregnancy; explain the preferred diagnostic tools and imaging modalities for diagnosing renal system rupture in pregnancy, including the risks and benefits to the fetus; and describe the management and potential complications of pregnant patients presenting with renal system rupture.
Source: Obstetrical and Gynecological Survey - Category: OBGYN Tags: CME ARTICLES Source Type: research