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one of the primary causes of maternal mortality associated with childbearing
postpartum hemorrhages
This occurs within the first 24 hours after childbirth & is often related to uterine atony
primary PPH
failure of the uterus to contract after delivery
uterine atony
This occurs between 24Hrs & 6 weeks postpartum & is typically due to retained placental fragments, uterine subinvolution, or infection.
secondary PPH
or relaxation of the uterus, is the most frequent cause of postpartum hemorrhage
uterine atony
Technique used to manage postpartum hemorrhage, particularly due to uterine atony.
bimanual compression
to replace blood loss with postpartal hemorrhage is often necessary.
blood replacement
These are concentrated red blood cells obtained from donated whole blood.
Are used to increase oxygen-carrying capacity in cases of acute blood loss or anemia.
packed red blood cells
contains clotting factors and proteins & is used to replace clotting factors & maintain hemostasis in patients with coagulopathies or significant bleeding.
fresh frozen plasma
are used to prevent or treat bleeding in patients with thrombocytopenia
platelets of platelet transfusion
Explore the main factors leading to maternal mortality related to childbearing. Test your knowledge on the primary causes of maternal deaths during pregnancy and childbirth.
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