A septic abortion is an infection of the uterus and its contents prior to, during, or following an abortion (either spontaneous or induced). In these circumstances, sepsis may develop suddenly and progress rapidly to septic shock. A fatal outcome could happen if the situation is not treated promptly and efficiently. We present the unfortunate mortality of a pregnant woman who was treated for incomplete miscarriage and postpartum haemorrhage. Despite multiple procedures performed within three days and broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy, the condition is not getting better but rather getting worse. The cultures showed tissue-derived Streptococcus agalactiae and Burkholderia cepacia bacteremia. We discuss the case while addressing the flaws of the present management and probable future steps for an immediate plan of action.

Pulmonary embolism (PE) risk is greater in women during pregnancy or puerperium. If indeed the peripartum pulmonary embolism is not recognized early and treated appropriately, it could have catastrophic consequences. We therefore present a case of a pregnant woman who unfortunately went from undiagnosed peripartum pulmonary embolism and had a crisis during delivery. She eventually had cardiac arrest and hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy as complications. We emphasize early recognition and prompt treatment of pulmonary embolism in order to prevent such serious complications in pregnant women. We discuss about the clinical condition of our patient and make contrasts based on previous literature.

Dengue is a public health concern with an economic burden that is currently unmet by approved vaccinations, particular treatment medicines, or effective vector-control methods. It can be challenging to identify in an early stage, and if not treated properly, it can have disastrous effects. We, therefore, present a case of an unfortunate man diagnosed with severe dengue. He eventually had a multiorgan failure and required renal replacement therapy and inotropic support. We emphasize early recognition and investigation of dengue fever to prevent such serious complications later. We also discuss the clinical condition with radiological intervention such as assessing gallbladder wall thickness as a tool when in doubt of a diagnosis of severe dengue infection.