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Unit 3 PPH
Unit 3 PPH
Unit 3 PPH
Postpartum haemorrhage
Learning outcomes
Define PPH
Explain the types of PPH
Point out various factors that need consideration
in PPH
Describe the prevention guidelines for PPH
Clarify the diagnosis and clinical mamifestations
Discuss the management protocol
Definition
Atomic PPH
Traumatic PPH
Uterine rupture, usually catastrophic
Various factors need to be considered;
Atonicpostpartum haemorrhage
Traumatic postpartum haemorrhage
Atonic postpartum haemorrhage
Vasodilatation
Tachycardia
Increasein diastolic BP
Decrease in urine output
Nausea and vomitting
Progressive state (1500-2 000 ml; grade
III)