Post-partum haemhorrage Flashcards
1
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Define PPH
A
Loss of more than 500ml within 24 hours for primary and after 24hours until 6 weeks for secondary
2
Q
4Ts of PPH?
A
Tone (most common cause is uterine atony)
Tissue
Trauma
Thrombin
3
Q
Risk factors for PPH?
A
Previous PPH
BMI >35
Multiple pregnancy
Parity >4
Placenta praevia or accreta
Placental abruption
Preeclampsia
C section
IOL
Instrumental delivery
Prolonged labour (> than 12 hours)
Macrosomic baby >4kg
Advanced maternal age
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