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Definition of Amniotic fluid embolism
1. Noun. (pathology) A complication of pregnancy characterized by movement of amniotic fluid past the placenta ¹
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Medical Definition of Amniotic fluid embolism
1. Obstruction and constriction of pulmonary blood vessels by amniotic fluid entering the maternal circulation, causing obstetric shock. See: amniotic fluid syndrome. (05 Mar 2000)