Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology (SIJOG)
Volume-4 | Issue-10 | 400-407
Original Research Article
Secondary Post Partum Hemorrhage: Prevalence, Morbidity and Management Pattern in Dhaka Medical College
Dr. Jannatul Ferdous, Dr. Selina Pervin, Dr. Sheikh Saiful Islam Shaheen, Dr. Atiar Rahman
Published : Oct. 28, 2021
Abstract
Background: The secondary postpartum hemorrhage occur in 1% of woman and is associated with primary PPH and retained placenta and may result significant maternal morbidity. Objective: To determine predisposing factor and usual management pattern of Secondary PPH. Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study was carried out among secondary PPH patients admitted in the Obstetrics and gynaecology department of Dhaka Medical College Hospital during September 2011 to February 2012. A total 100 patients were taken as sample by non probability purposive sampling technique. Result: Secondary PPH was more common in multiparous woman 75(75%) and lower in primigravida 25(25%) Conclusion: Routine Ante Natal Care motivation for hospital delivery and active management of 3rd stage of labour with aseptic precaution may reduce secondary PPH as well as maternal morbidity and mortality.