Abstract |
In this case report we describe two patients with life-threatening postpartum hemorrhage who were treated successfully with arterial balloon occlusion of the hypogastric arteries. Arterial balloon occlusion is easy to perform and is applicable under difficult circumstances. The technique should be available in all hospitals that provide obstetric services. Obstetricians should know about it so they can ask their radiologic colleagues to perform the procedure.
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Authors | S G Oei, S N Kho, E D ten Broeke, H A Brölmann |
Journal | American journal of obstetrics and gynecology
(Am J Obstet Gynecol)
Vol. 185
Issue 5
Pg. 1255-6
(Nov 2001)
ISSN: 0002-9378 [Print] United States |
PMID | 11717666
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Adult
- Balloon Occlusion
- Female
- Humans
- Iliac Artery
- Postpartum Hemorrhage
(physiopathology, therapy)
- Pregnancy
- Severity of Illness Index
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