Cervical ripening balloon: An off-label but effective use to manage massive hemorrhage during outpatient cervical conization

Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2019 Oct;147(1):126-127. doi: 10.1002/ijgo.12910. Epub 2019 Jul 24.

Abstract

A double‐balloon catheter may be very helpful in managing a major hemorrhage following outpatient conization.

Keywords: Bleeding; Cervical conization; Cervical ripening balloon; Major complication; Outpatient setting.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cervix Uteri / surgery
  • Conization / adverse effects*
  • Electrosurgery / adverse effects
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Off-Label Use
  • Uterine Balloon Tamponade / methods*
  • Uterine Hemorrhage / etiology
  • Uterine Hemorrhage / therapy*