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When Bimanual Compression Is Used?

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When Bimanual Compression Is Used?

Bimanual Compression
To be effective bimanual uterine compression has to be maintained effectively for 8–10 mins till the blood clots in the uterine vessels. In a number of women this is all that is needed. In the others it is a temporary measure in the management of PPH caused by uterine atony
uterine atony
Epidemiology. Uterine atony occurs during 1 in 40 births in the United States and is responsible for at least 80% of cases of postpartum hemorrhage.
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after vaginal delivery.

What is bimanual compression used for?

For bimanual compression, the clinician places one hand on the abdomen and the other hand inside the vagina then compresses the uterus between the two hands. These techniques cause the uterus to contract, which treats atony and assists with expulsion of retained placenta or clots.

What are compression sutures used for?

Use of compression sutures to control blood loss due to uterine atony after cesarean delivery, as well as during cases of placental accreta, have been reported effective in avoiding hysterectomy in several small case series.

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