Woman Dies After Three Cardiac Arrests That Could Have Been Reversed, Says Hospital

The Shengavit Medical Center has issued an official statement regarding the death of a woman during childbirth.

In the clarification, it is stated that on September 17, 2020, at 12:25 PM, a 30-year-old pregnant woman, A.S., was admitted to the Shengavit Medical Center (diagnosed with prolonged latent phase of labor). The woman was 40-41 weeks pregnant and had a previous surgery due to an ectopic pregnancy.

During the postoperative period, she experienced anaphylactic shock due to the antibiotic Ceftriaxone, accompanied by pulmonary edema and cardiac arrest. The woman was successfully resuscitated at that time.

Considering the prolonged period without water and the medical history, she was administered a 500 mg dose of another group antibiotic in accordance with medical protocol. The patient's medical documentation indicated her medical history. However, immediately following the injection, her condition sharply deteriorated. She complained of shortness of breath and a feeling of choking, and exhibited coughing and cyanosis of the limbs. Her blood pressure was recorded at 70/30 mmHg, heart rate at 125 bpm, and oxygen saturation at 65%.

The child was born healthy, weighing 3100 grams and measuring 50 cm in height. The mother was diagnosed with early postpartum conditions, anaphylaxis, and suspected amniotic fluid embolism.

All anti-shock and resuscitation measures taken from 1:15 to 5:40 AM yielded no positive results. Cardiac arrest was recorded three times, and each time it was possible to restore her heartbeat.

On September 18, 2020, at 5:40 AM, cardiac arrest was again recorded on the monitor. Despite 45 minutes of efforts to restore cardiac rhythm, there were no positive outcomes. The biological death of the mother was confirmed.

The Shengavit Medical Center expresses its sorrow over the incident and extends its deepest condolences to the family, relatives, and friends of the deceased.