Transcatheter Arterial Embolization in Postpartum Hemorrhage: A Case Report

Authors

  • Alka Chhabra
  • Alka Chhabra
  • Anil Bhiwal
  • Neha Pandey
  • Sitaram Barath
  • Sunanda Gupta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17140/RPAOJ-4-125

Keywords:

Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH), Peripartum hysterectomy, Transarterial embolisation

Abstract

Background
Postpartum haemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal mortality and morbidity. The significant impact of postpartum haemor rhage (PPH) on maternal mortality can be reduced if timely measures are implemented. Transcatheter arterial embolisation (TAE) is an alternative therapeutic strategy for PPH.
Case report
We report a case of postpartum haemorrhage which was managed by transcatheter arterial embolization in lieu of hysterectomy to preserve fertility and menstruation in a 27-year-old patient.
Conclusion
The critical role of obstetrician, anaesthesiologist and interventional radiologist as a team, improve the quality of care and patient safety.

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2019-07-25

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Alka Chhabra, Alka Chhabra, Anil Bhiwal, Neha Pandey, Sitaram Barath, & Sunanda Gupta. (2019). Transcatheter Arterial Embolization in Postpartum Hemorrhage: A Case Report. Research and Practice in Anesthesiology, 4(1), 14–17. https://doi.org/10.17140/RPAOJ-4-125

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