Pelvic Ring Disruption During Childbirth: A Case Report.
Christopher L HoehmannWilliam DossSaila DeTorePublished in: JBJS case connector (2022)
Pelvic ring fracture is a rare occurrence during childbirth. The mechanism involves hormonally mediated ligamentous laxity of the pelvis combined with the forceful movement of the fetal head. This case highlights the continuum of care from injury to treatment, and follow-up, demonstrates proper management of pregnancy-related pelvic ring injury, and explores the role of previous pelvic ring injury in a pregnant patient.