A 32-year-old multiparous woman delivers vaginally at term. Ten minutes after delivery of the placenta, she has heavy vaginal bleeding estimated at 90...

Question

A 32-year-old multiparous woman delivers vaginally at term. Ten minutes after delivery of the placenta, she has heavy vaginal bleeding estimated at 900 mL. The uterus feels boggy and enlarged. What is the most appropriate immediate management?

Accepted Answer

Commence uterine massage and give oxytocin IV/IM

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Administer high-dose IV oestrogen

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Insert a cervical cerclage

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Administer tranexamic acid alone

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Observe as this is normal postpartum bleeding

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Postpartum haemorrhage

A 32-year-old multiparous woman delivers vaginally at term. Ten minutes after delivery of the placenta, she has heavy vaginal bleeding estimated at 900 mL. The uterus feels boggy and enlarged. What is the most appropriate immediate management?