Postpartum Hemorrhage After Cesarean Delivery: An Analysis of Risk Factors
- 1 July 2005
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Southern Medical Association in Southern Medical Journal
- Vol. 98 (7) , 681-685
- https://doi.org/10.1097/01.smj.0000163309.53317.b8
Abstract
Objective: To determine the incidence and risk factors for postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) associated with cesarean delivery. Methods: Blood loss at cesarean delivery was measured and defined as 1,000 to 1,499 mL or greater than 1,500 mL and/or the need for a blood transfusion. Variables were identified and evaluated to determine the factors associated with PPH. Results: There were 1,844 elective...Keywords
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