A-OK for AFE is not AOK The Critical Care Obstetrics Podcast
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Amniotic Fluid Embolism is a devastating and rare complication of pregnancy. The A-OK protocol is commonly advocated for as a life saving therapy in this scenario.Dr Stephanie Martin reviews the case reports and discusses her opinions on the role of A-OK in AFE management.Go to www.amnioticfluidembolism.org for access to a free educational program on AFE.Case reports referenced:Wothe JK, Elfstrand E, Mooney MR, Wothe DD. Rotational Thromboelastometry-Guided Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membran...
Amniotic Fluid Embolism is a devastating and rare complication of pregnancy. The A-OK protocol is commonly advocated for as a life saving therapy in this scenario.Dr Stephanie Martin reviews the case reports and discusses her opinions on the role of A-OK in AFE management.Go to www.amnioticfluidembolism.org for access to a free educational program on AFE.Case reports referenced:Wothe JK, Elfstrand E, Mooney MR, Wothe DD. Rotational Thromboelastometry-Guided Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membran...
18 min