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Severe hypotension due to intramyometrial injection of prostaglandin E2.

Abstract
Treatment of postpartum haemorrhage because of uterine atony with intramyometrial prostaglandin E2 1 mg, in an anaesthetised patient resulted in life-threatening hypotension. Anaesthetists should be aware of the potential cardiovascular side effects of prostaglandins.
AuthorsA W Kilpatrick, J Thorburn
JournalAnaesthesia (Anaesthesia) Vol. 45 Issue 10 Pg. 848-9 (Oct 1990) ISSN: 0003-2409 [Print] England
PMID2240500 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
Chemical References
  • Dinoprostone
Topics
  • Adult
  • Dinoprostone (administration & dosage, adverse effects)
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hypotension (chemically induced)
  • Injections, Intramuscular
  • Myometrium
  • Postpartum Hemorrhage (drug therapy)
  • Pregnancy

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