Pelvic trauma causing pelvic ring fractures in pregnancy. Management

This article describes injuries that occur during pregnancy in general and pelvic trauma in particular, emphasizing injuries causing pelvic ring fractures during pregnancy. These fractures are associated with a high rate of maternal mortality and increased fetal mortality. Treatment is usually the same as in non-pregnant patients. Because these lesions are associated with other injuries, their management requires a multidisciplinary approach. Surgery is only occasionally required during pregnancy, but must be performed when necessary. Finally, pelvic fractures are not an absolute contraindication to vaginal delivery. (C) 2013 Elsevier Espana, S.L.U. All rights reserved.