What are maternal complications of iufd
1. Maternal hemorrhage: Retained products of conception can lead to postpartum hemorrhage, which is a risk for mothers who have experienced IUFD.
2. Infection: The risk of infection increases if the pregnancy is not expelled promptly after an IUFD, as the risk of retained products of conception becoming infected is higher.
3. Psychological complications: The emotional toll of experiencing an IUFD can be significant, leading to depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
4. Increased risk for future pregnancies: Women who have experienced an IUFD are at an increased risk for complications in future pregnancies, such as preterm birth, preeclampsia, and placental abruption.
5. Delayed grieving: Mothers may struggle with grieving the loss of their baby when there is a delay in delivering the fetus after an IUFD, leading to prolonged emotional distress.