<unk>  is very rare and complex. The disorder occurs during the last stages of labor when<unk>  fluid enters the circulatory system of the mother via tears in the placental membrane or uterine vein rupture. Upon later analysis, fetal cells are found in the maternal circulation. When the fetal cells and<unk>  fluid enter the bloodstream, reactions occur that cause severe changes in the mechanisms that affect blood clotting. Disseminated intravascular coagulation occurs and results in serious bleeding. The condition can also develop after elective abortion, amniocentesis, cesarean delivery or trauma. Small lacerations in the lower reproductive tract are associated with<unk> . According to one study, induction of labor may double the risk of<unk> . However, other studies have refuted this claim. A maternal age of 35 years or older is associated with<unk> .
Amniotic fluid embolism
Traumatic asphyxia
Artificial rupture of membranes
Cerebrospinal fluid leak
Foetal cerebral redistribution
Neonatal meningitis
Rupture of membranes
Fetal-maternal haemorrhage