Publications by authors named "V Stanislao"
Article Synopsis
- The case involves a 36-year-old woman diagnosed with a large cervical mass late in her pregnancy, leading to the development of the Kasabach-Merritt phenomenon (KMP) after delivery, characterized by severe anemia and thrombocytopenia.
- A literature review highlighted 14 relevant articles, identifying significant risks associated with prenatal and postnatal KMP diagnosis, with a notable rate of adverse perinatal outcomes, particularly in cases where fetal hydrops was present.
- KMP is a rare but serious condition that can evolve rapidly, even without initial signs in the fetus, and presents a substantial risk of perinatal mortality, estimated at around 50%, emphasizing the need for careful monitoring and counseling.
(1) Background: The number of adnexal masses detected during pregnancy has increased due to the use of first-trimester screening and increasingly advanced maternal age. Despite their low risk of malignancy, other risks associated with these masses include torsion, rupture and labor obstruction. Correct diagnosis and management are needed to guarantee both maternal and fetal safety.
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