Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology (SIJOG)
Volume-4 | Issue-12 | 501-504
Original Research Article
Surgical Management of PPH: A Study on Different Methods, Its Indications and Complications in Tertiary Care Hospital
Dr. Aditi P. Kolhe, Dr. Sameer Darawade, Dr. Poorva Patil, Dr. Hemant Damle
Published : Dec. 19, 2021
Abstract
Background: Postpartum haemorrhage(PPH) represents one of the main cause of maternal mortality worldwide, most of which occur in low- and middle- income countries. Easy use of uterotonics, uterine compression sutures, and arterial ligation may be used to control haemorrhage. The aim of the study was to evaluate different types of surgical methods of controlling post-partum haemorrhage in tertiary care hospital. Methodology: This is a retrospective cohort study. Total number of deliveries from past 5 years conducted in dept of OBGY, smt. Kashibai Navale Medical College and General hospital Pune, Maharashtra, India were included in this study. Patients records were retrieved. Data regarding type of delivery need of surgical managment of PPH and method used were recorded. Data collected on proforma and the same was analysed using suitable statistical analysis. Results: Out of total conducted deliveries 19673, 163 cases needed surgical intervention to control PPH and achieve homeostasis.