To study the efficacy of misoprostol compared with methyl ergometrine for prevention of postpartum haemorrhage [PDF]
New Indian Journal of OBGYN, 2019 Objective: Present study was conducted to study the safety and efficacy of misoprostol and methyl ergometrine when used in the prevention of postpartum haemorrhage (PPH).
Varsha Kotwal
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Quality, availability and storage conditions of oxytocin and misoprostol in Malawi
BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 2020 Background Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is the leading cause of maternal mortality in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Oxytocin and misoprostol are used for the prevention and treatment of PPH. However, both medicines are chemically unstable and
Nhomsai Hagen, Felix Khuluza, Lutz Heide
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Effect of Intravenous Tranexamic Acid Administration on Blood Loss during and after Caesarean Delivery: A Randomised Controlled Study [PDF]
International Journal of Anatomy Radiology and Surgery, 2020 Introduction: India remains a major contributor to maternal deaths in the world. Haemorrhage after delivery (both vaginal & caesarean) is the leading cause. To reduce the haemorrhage, oxytocics are routinely used. In heavy bleeding, blood transfusion
Shyamali Dutta +2 more
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Evolving perspectives on blood transfusion in obstetric hemorrhage: a narrative review [PDF]
Korean Journal of AnesthesiologyGlobally, postpartum hemorrhage is still among the most significant factors in preventable maternal morbidity and mortality. Although early recognition and intervention have improved with advances in obstetric care, transfusion practices are often based ...
Yoon Ji Choi, Sang Hun Kim
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BMC Health Services Research, 2023 Background Postabortion care (PAC), which is an essential element of emergency obstetric care, is underresearched in Niger. The study aims to assess the availability, readiness, and accessibility of facility-based PAC services in Niger.
Haley L. Thomas +4 more
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Reported Pain During Labour – A Qualitative Study of Influencing Factors among Parturient During Confinement in Private or Government Hospital [PDF]
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2016 Introduction: Labour pain is distressing and it produces undue side effects both to the mother and the baby. The incidence is high in developing countries like India where the awareness about labour analgesia is still lacking.
S. Parthasarathy +2 more
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Comparative study of various oxytocics in management of third stage of labour [PDF]
, 2018 Background: Causes of maternal mortality are haemorrhages, infections, unsafe abortions, and obstructed labour. 25% of these are caused by haemorrhages and are preventable, one of the measures is active management of third stage of labour (AMTSL).
Sharma, Deepika +2 more
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JAMA: The Journal of the American Medical Association, 1883 Weaversville, N. C. There has been, and is yet, a controversy among medical men as to whether quinine has oxytocic properties or not, some contending that it has such beyond doubt, and warning the profession to be cautious in its use in cases of pregnancy, and others equally learned and experienced affirming that it is a mistake that quinine has no ...
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Emerging Trend in the Aetiological Pattern of Ruptured Pregnant Uterus in Northern Nigeria
, 2022 Background: Rupture of the pregnant uterus contributes to maternal and perinatal morbidity as well as mortality in Nigeria. There is a need to look into the aetiological factors against the background of low contraceptive prevalence rate, increasing ...
Koledade A +4 more
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