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Postpartum Hemorrhage Management Guide by Harvey T. Dato-on is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Postpartum bleeding can be defined as blood loss greater than 500 mL from the uterus within the first 24 hours (early) or anytime after (late). The leading causes of early postpartum hemorrhage are uterine atony, lacerations, and disseminated intravascular coagulation. Uterine atony refers to a boggy or relaxed uterus that results in profuse bleeding and can be managed through massage, IV fluids/oxytocin, and breastfeeding to stimulate uterine contraction. Lacerations require assessment and possible episior
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- Harvey T. Dato-on
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