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Rupture of the pregnant uterus: a 53-year review.
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1986
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GynecologySurgeryUterine RuptureRuptured UterusUterine AnomaliesObstetricsUrogynecologyCaesarean SectionPregnant UterusPublic HealthUterine DisordersInfertilityUterine FibroidsMaternal HealthDetailed ReviewGynecologic SurgeryGynecological SurgeryUterine ReceptivityUterine PhysiologyFetal ComplicationMedicine
A 53-year (1931-1983) review of 48 patients who experienced uterine rupture and were cared for at Duke University Medical Center was conducted. The observed incidence was one uterine rupture per 1424 deliveries. From January 1, 1963, through December 31, 1983, 24 cases of ruptured uterus were identified; a detailed review of these patients is presented.