Delayed, Stable Presentation of Complete Uterine Rupture

Abstract

Background: Complete uterine rupture (UR) is a rare, catastrophic event.Case: We present a rare case of fetal demise with delayed presentation of complete UR in a hemodynamically stable, asymptomatic 32-year-old woman with a history of one low transverse cesarean section and two subsequent uncomplicated vaginal births after cesarean delivery (VBAC). Conclusion:Complete prelabor ruptures in women with a previous uterine scar are rare but are associated with catastrophic outcomes. Intrauterine fetal demise should be recognized as a sign, not necessarily a sole diagnosis, until other etiologies are excluded.