Abstract | OBJECTIVE: To investigate whether rectally administered misoprostol is an effective treatment for postpartum hemorrhage unresponsive to conventional first-line management. METHODS: RESULTS: In all 14 women, the hemorrhage was controlled, and sustained uterine contraction produced within three minutes of administration of misoprostol. CONCLUSION:
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Authors | P O'Brien, H El-Refaey, A Gordon, M Geary, C H Rodeck |
Journal | Obstetrics and gynecology
(Obstet Gynecol)
Vol. 92
Issue 2
Pg. 212-4
(Aug 1998)
ISSN: 0029-7844 [Print] United States |
PMID | 9699753
(Publication Type: Clinical Trial, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Oxytocics
- Misoprostol
- Oxytocin
- Ergonovine
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Topics |
- Administration, Rectal
- Adult
- Ergonovine
(therapeutic use)
- Female
- Humans
- Misoprostol
(administration & dosage)
- Oxytocics
(administration & dosage)
- Oxytocin
(therapeutic use)
- Postpartum Hemorrhage
(drug therapy)
- Pregnancy
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