Question

A 32-year-old woman has a normal vaginal delivery but develops heavy vaginal bleeding 30 minutes later. Estimated blood loss is 900 mL, BP is 90/60 mmHg and pulse 120 beats per minute. The uterus feels boggy and enlarged on palpation. What is the most likely cause of her postpartum haemorrhage?

Accepted Answer

Uterine atony

Answer

Retained placental tissue

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Genital tract trauma

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Coagulopathy

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Uterine inversion

Practice question

A 32-year-old woman has a normal vaginal delivery but develops heavy vaginal bleeding 30 minutes later. Estimated blood loss is 900 mL, BP is 90/60 mmHg and pulse 120 beats per minute. The uterus feels boggy and enlarged on palpation. What is the most likely cause of her postpartum haemorrhage?