Lower mortality can be achieved (27-37%), when early duagnosis made, and aggressive treatment implemented
Typical : Patient healthy prior to the onset of symptoms
ONSET: During or within 30 mins of labor ,cs ,dilatation and evacuation
Most important features :
DYSPNOEA-HYPOTENSION-DIC
OTHERS: Foetal distress, Seizures, Pulmonary edema, Uterine atony, Bronchospasm, Transient hypertension, Cough, Headache