Size of uterine leiomyoma is a predictor for massive haemorrhage during caesarean delivery

Uterine leiomyoma is a common benign tumour, and a risk factor for various complications during pregnancy and peripartum period. Peripartum haemorrhage is the most critical complication that can cause maternal death. Although the relationship of leiomyoma and peripartum haemorrhage has been indicated, little is known about the characteristics of leiomyoma as predictors for massive haemorrhage in caesarean delivery.

Source: European Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Biology - February 20, 2018 Category: OBGYN Authors: Kiguna Sei, Kenichi Masui, Hidenori Sasa, Kenichi Furuya Tags: Full length article Source Type: research