A Case of Massive Bleeding after Vaginal Delivery. |
K H Lee, H S Kim, H K Koh, K W Jung, M J Oh, J Moon, T Kim, H S Suh |
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Korea University, Korea. |
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Abstract |
Postpartum hemorrhage is a major cause of maternal morbidity. In developing nations, where maternal mortality rates are five to ten per 1,000 live birth, postpartum hemorrhage remains a leading cause of maternal death. Most cases of postpartum hemorrhage are due to uterine atony, retained placenta, maternal soft-tissue trauma, or a combination of these factors. Hemorrhage is thus often perceived as a sporadic, unpredictable event, making it difficult to counsel patients rationally. We report a case of massive transfusion and its complication following massive bleeding after vaginal delivery. |
Key Words:
Postpartum hemorrhage, Massive transfusion |
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