Labour Complications in Global Settings Flashcards
1
Q
what are the top maternal mortality causes in low-income settings?
A
- postpartum haemorrhage
- infection post-birth
- high blood pressure complications
2
Q
uterine rupture risk factors
A
- prolonged labour
- previous uterine surgery
3
Q
fistula management
A
- repair- complex and may only be provided by charity organisation e.g. fistula foundation
- requires extensive experience and surgical skills
4
Q
what measures can be used to prevent labour complications?
A
- oxytocin injections
- good hygiene
- early treatment of infection
- blood pressure control and magnesium sulphate in severe pre-eclampsia
- education
- access to health facilities
- tackling poverty, cultural practices, low-quality health services