Uterine fibroids (also known as leiomyomas or myomas) are common clonal neoplasms of
the uterus. Fibroids have both smooth muscle and fibroblast components, in addition to a …

Objective To assess the efficacy, effectiveness, and safety of uterine balloon tamponade for
treating postpartum hemorrhage. Study Design We searched electronic databases (from …

METHODS The recommendations were developed as a synthesis and update of evidence
from the literature. They are based on the FIGO Safe Motherhood and Newborn Health …

Patient blood management (PBM) is the timely application of evidence-informed medical
and surgical concepts designed to maintain haemoglobin concentration, optimise …

Background In high-income countries, the incidence of severe postpartum hemorrhage
(PPH) has increased. This has important public health relevance because severe PPH is a …

Hemorrhage is the most frequent cause of severe maternal morbidity and preventable
maternal mortality and therefore is an ideal topic for the initial national maternity patient …

Objective The purpose of this study was to compare 4 national guidelines for the prevention
and management of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH). Study Design We performed a …

Background Although maternal deaths are rare in developed regions, the morbidity
associated with severe postpartum hemorrhage (SPPH) remains a major problem. To …

The current definition of is inadequate for early recognition of this important cause of
maternal death that is responsible for> 80,000 deaths worldwide in 2015. A stronger …

Background Globally, postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) remains a leading cause of maternal
deaths. However in many low and middle income countries, there is scarcity of information …