Acute hypoglycaemic coma--a rare, potentially lethal form of early onset Sheehan syndrome

This case emphasizes the importance of intensive obstetric management that is required when confronted with prolonged postpartum haemorrhage. Anticipation of the possibility of acute hypoglycaemic coma as an initial manifestation of Sheehan syndrome and prompt recognition may prevent disastrous cons...

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Published in:	Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology Vol. 35; no. 3; p. 318
Main Authors:	Zuker, N, Bissessor, M, Korber, M, Conrads, M, Margolis, J, Massel, P, Omar, M A
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Australia 01-08-1995
Subjects:	Acute Disease Adult Coma - etiology Female Humans Hypoglycemia - etiology Hypopituitarism - complications Hypopituitarism - diagnostic imaging Pituitary Function Tests Postpartum Hemorrhage - complications Pregnancy Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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Summary:	This case emphasizes the importance of intensive obstetric management that is required when confronted with prolonged postpartum haemorrhage. Anticipation of the possibility of acute hypoglycaemic coma as an initial manifestation of Sheehan syndrome and prompt recognition may prevent disastrous consequences, including maternal death.
ISSN:	0004-8666
DOI:	10.1111/j.1479-828X.1995.tb01992.x