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EM@3AM: Amniotic Fluid Embolism

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Eclampsia (B) is characterized by the onset of seizures in a woman with preeclampsia (hypertension and proteinuria), but it typically does not present with the sudden onset of respiratory distress and profound hypotension described here. Romero (2009). If AFE occurs during labor, immediate delivery is recommended.

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