Rupture of uterine scar with extensive maternal bladder laceration after cocaine abuse

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1992 Jul;167(1):129-30. doi: 10.1016/s0002-9378(11)91644-5.

Abstract

A relationship between cocaine use and extensive rupture of a uterine scar has not been reported. We report such a case with extensive laceration of the maternal urinary bladder occurring after ingestion of cocaine.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cicatrix*
  • Cocaine*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications*
  • Substance-Related Disorders / complications*
  • Urinary Bladder / injuries*
  • Uterine Rupture / etiology*
  • Vaginal Birth after Cesarean*

Substances

  • Cocaine