A stitch in time: Layers of circular sutures can staunch postpartum hemorrhage

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2012 Feb;206(2):177.e1-2. doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2011.12.007. Epub 2011 Dec 16.

Authors

Cyril Huissoud¹, Marion Cortet, Gil Dubernard, Olivier Tariel, Axel Fichez, Julien Escalon, René-Charles Rudigoz

Affiliation

¹ Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Croix Rousse University Hospital, Lyon, France.

PMID: 22284157
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2011.12.007

No abstract available

MeSH terms

Female
Humans
Ligation / methods*
Postpartum Hemorrhage / surgery*
Pregnancy
Suture Techniques
Sutures
Uterus / surgery*