Postpartum hemorrhage due to uterine atony is the primary cause of maternal mortality globally. New strategies to prevent and manage postpartum hemorrhage in developing countries are …

The treatment of PPH due to uterine atony involves agents that increase uterine contractions and vasoconstriction ( Table 4 ).

Sep 25, 2017 · Causes include uterine atony, lacerations, retained placenta, abnormally adherent placenta (accreta), defects of coagulation (eg, disseminated intravascular coagulation), and …

Sep 17, 2020 · Although tamponade is effective in approximately 87% of atony-related cases of postpartum hemorrhage, the use of outward pressure on the uterine walls "is counterintuitive if …

Misoprostol, a prostaglandin E1 derivative, is a safe and effective alternative for managing postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) due to uterine atony [1, 2] however, concerns still remain about …

Retraction Note: Is early intervention using Mansoura-VV uterine compression sutures an effective procedure in the management of primary atonic postpartum hemorrhage? : a …

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Aug 31, 2004 · Vaginal administration of misoprostol has been used as a cervical ripening agent, for the induction of labor, and for treatment of serious postpartum hemorrhage in the presence …

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As uterine atony is the leading cause of PPH, agents that improve uterine tone and increase uterine smooth muscle contractility are most beneficial for overall prevention and treatment of …