Prophylactic preoperative balloon occlusion of hypogastric arteries in abnormal placentation; 5years experience

Conclusion Our results support that in patients with placenta accreta/percreta, pre-operative prophylactic temporary balloon occlusion diminishes intra-operative blood loss. We conclude that balloon occlusion of the hypogastric arteries is safe and effective in an attempt to minimize blood loss in patients with abnormal placentation.
Source: The Egyptian Journal of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine - Category: Radiology Source Type: research