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Park CR, Nam JG, Lee JH, Hwang JC, Lee SH. Safety and efficacy of pelvic arterial embolization for primary postpartum hemorrhage in hemodynamically stable and hemodynamically unstable patients: Is it "time" for a paradigm change? J Gynecol Obstet Hum Reprod 2024; 53:102762. [PMID: 38432627 DOI: 10.1016/j.jogoh.2024.102762] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2023] [Revised: 02/11/2024] [Accepted: 02/29/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND Pelvic artery embolization (PAE) is an effective and safe technique for treating postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) with hemodynamic stability. However, its use in hemodynamically unstable patients remains controversial. PURPOSE To determine the safety and efficacy of pelvic arterial embolization (PAE) according to the hemodynamic state of primary postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) patients. METHODS This cohort study was conducted retrospectively, using data from January 2004 to December 2021, in a resource-rich setting at a tertiary Level 1 trauma academic center. A total of 437 patients were diagnosed with PPH during the study period. Of these 437 patients, 161 with primary PPH who underwent PAE were enrolled in the study. The outcomes assessed included the clinical success rate, mortality, the overall success rate, predictive factors for failed PAE, and time-dependent changes in hemodynamic parameters, such as systolic blood pressure (SBP), heart rate (HR), and shock index (SI). Propensity score (PS) matching analysis was performed to assess the influence of specific variables or conditions on the outcomes. RESULTS Of the 161 patients who underwent PAE for primary PPH (mean age, 32.9 ± 4.3 [SD]), 85 were retrospectively categorized as having hemodynamic stability (mean age, 32.6 ± 4.1 [SD]), while 76 were categorized as having hemodynamic instability (mean age, 33.3 ± 4.4 [SD]). This study showed PAE for primary PPH had a success rate of 91.9 %, with no significant difference in mortality rates between the groups. The clinical success rate was 98.8 % for patients with hemodynamic stability and 84.2 % for those with hemodynamic instability (p < .001). The overall success rate was 98.8 % for hemodynamic stability and 89.5 % for hemodynamic instability (p = .014). After propensity score matching, the clinical success rate was higher in hemodynamically stable patients than in unstable ones (100 % vs. 86.3 %, p = .013). However, there was no significant difference in the overall success rate (100 % vs. 90.2 %, p = .056). Among the PS-matched population, predictive factors for the failed PAE in primary PPH were hemodynamic instability (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 21.22, 95 % CI 1.27-355.76; p = .034) and emergency Cesarean delivery with accompanying hemorrhag (aOR 54.00, 95 % CI 11.93-244.56; p = .008). In three groups within a PS-matched population - hemodynamically stable, unstable with successful outcomes, and unstable with unsuccessful outcomes, a generalized linear mixed model (GLMM) analysis for time-dependent changes in hemodynamic parameters revealed a statistically significant difference in SBP, HR, and SI at various time points. CONCLUSION Pelvic arterial embolization of primary postpartum bleeding in hemodynamic instability has been identified as an alternative, safe, and effective life-saving procedure for multidisciplinary treatment in resource-rich environments even after the baseline characteristics are balanced by the PS matching, suggesting it is a primary care option.
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- Chang Ryul Park
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, South Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, South Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, Korea, 877, Bangeojinsunhwando-ro, Dong-gu, Ulsan 44033, South Korea.
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Han L, Zhang B, Xu H, Yin H, Pang Y, Zhang X, Zhai Q, Liu X, Wang Y, Zhang C, Xu Y, Liu Y, Chen X. A new step-wise surgical technique of knapsack-like uterine compression sutures for intractable postpartum hemorrhage in cesarean section. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2024; 24:9. [PMID: 38166803 PMCID: PMC10759382 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-023-06208-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Intractable postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) during cesarean section has been a significant concern for obstetricians. We aimed to explore the effectiveness and safety of a new type of uterine compression suture, the step-wise surgical technique of knapsack-like sutures for treating intractable PPH caused by uterine atony and placenta factors in cesarean section. METHODS The step-wise surgical technique of knapsack-like sutures was established on the basis of the artful combination of vertical strap-like sutures and an annular suture-ligation technique. This novel surgical technique was applied to 34 patients diagnosed with PPH during cesarean section due to severe uterine atony and placental factors in our department. The hemostatic effects, clinical outcomes and follow-up visit results were all reviewed and analyzed. RESULTS This new uterine compression suture successfully stopped bleeding in 33 patients, and the effective rate was 97.06%. Only 1 patient failed and was changed to use bilateral uterine arterial embolization and internal iliac artery embolization. The follow-up visits indicated that 33 patients restored menstruation except for 1 who was diagnosed with amenorrhea. The gynecological ultrasound tests of all the patients suggested good uterine involutions, and they had no obvious complaints such as hypogastralgia. CONCLUSIONS This step-wise surgical technique of knapsack-like uterine compression sutures can compress the uterus completely. It is a technique that can conserve the uterus and fertility function without special equipment in caesarean section for PPH, with the characteristics of being safe, simple and stable (3 S) with rapid surgery, reliable hemostasis and resident doctor to operation (3R).
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- Lei Han
- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China.
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 401120, China.
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Binzhou Central Hospital, Binzhou City, 251700, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Postgraduate Student Office, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Interventional Vascular Surgery, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou City, 256603, Shandong Province, P. R. China.
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Post SE, Rood KM, Kiefer MK. Interventions of Postpartum Hemorrhage. Clin Obstet Gynecol 2023; 66:367-383. [PMID: 37204172 DOI: 10.1097/grf.0000000000000785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/20/2023]
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Postpartum hemorrhage is a common and potentially life-threatening obstetric complication, with successful management relying heavily on early identification of hemorrhage and prompt intervention. This article will review the management of postpartum hemorrhage, including initial steps, exam-specific interventions, medical therapy, minimally invasive, and surgical interventions.
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- Sara E Post
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
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Amat Pérez R, Gómez Valdés J, Lonjedo Vicent E, Sarrió Llavata M, Quirante Cascales J, Ruiz Guanter A. Eficacia y seguridad de la embolización de arterias uterinas en el manejo de la hemorragia posparto. RADIOLOGIA 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rx.2023.01.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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Püchel J, Sitter M, Kranke P, Pecks U. Procedural techniques to control postpartum hemorrhage. Best Pract Res Clin Anaesthesiol 2022; 36:371-382. [PMID: 36513432 DOI: 10.1016/j.bpa.2022.09.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2022] [Accepted: 09/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Postpartum hemorrhage can occur unexpectedly and with high dynamics. The mother's life often depends on quick action and good communication within an interdisciplinary team. Knowledge of each other's therapeutic options plays a major role. Treatment procedures include obstetric, surgical, and radiologic techniques. In addition to availability and experience with the techniques, two important aspects must be considered in the selection process: the type of delivery and the cause of the hemorrhage. In particular, the distinction between pregnancies with or without disturbed placentation from the placenta accreta spectrum is crucial. From these two points of view, we discuss here different uterus-preserving and uterus-removing techniques. We describe in detail the advantages and disadvantages of each procedure. Because most therapeutic options are based on small case series and uncontrolled studies, local circumstances and physician experience are critical in setting internal standards.
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- Jodok Püchel
- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital of Cologne, Germany.
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- Department of Anaesthesia, Critical Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine and Pain Medicine, University Hospital of Wuerzburg, Germany.
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- Department of Anaesthesia, Critical Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine and Pain Medicine, University Hospital of Wuerzburg, Germany.
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, Germany.
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Enste R, Cricchio P, Dewandre PY, Braun T, Leonards CO, Niggemann P, Spies C, Henrich W, Kaufner L. Placenta accreta spectrum part I: anesthesia considerations based on an extended review of the literature. J Perinat Med 2022; 51:439-454. [PMID: 36181730 DOI: 10.1515/jpm-2022-0232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2022] [Accepted: 09/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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"Placenta accreta spectrum" (PAS) describes abnormal placental adherence to the uterine wall without spontaneous separation at delivery. Though relatively rare, PAS presents a particular challenge to anesthesiologists, as it is associated with massive peripartum hemorrhage and high maternal morbidity and mortality. Standardized evidence-based PAS management strategies are currently evolving and emphasize: "PAS centers of excellence", multidisciplinary teams, novel diagnostics/pharmaceuticals (especially regarding hemostasis, hemostatic agents, point-of-care diagnostics), and novel operative/interventional approaches (expectant management, balloon occlusion, embolization). Though available data are heterogeneous, these developments affect anesthetic management and must be considered in planed anesthetic approaches. This two-part review provides a critical overview of the current evidence and offers structured evidence-based recommendations to help anesthesiologists improve outcomes for women with PAS. This first part discusses PAS management in centers of excellence, multidisciplinary care team, anesthetic approach and monitoring, surgical approaches, patient safety checklists, temperature management, interventional radiology, postoperative care and pain therapy. The diagnosis and treatment of hemostatic disturbances and preoperative prepartum anemia, blood loss, transfusion management and postpartum venous thromboembolism will be addressed in the second part of this series.
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- Rick Enste
- Department of Anesthesiology and Operative Intensive Care Medicine (CCM, CVK), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Operative Intensive Care Medicine (CCM, CVK), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Université de Liège, Liege, Belgium
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- Department of Obstetrics and 'Exp. Obstetrics', Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Operative Intensive Care Medicine (CCM, CVK), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Operative Intensive Care Medicine (CCM, CVK), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Operative Intensive Care Medicine (CCM, CVK), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and 'Exp. Obstetrics', Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Operative Intensive Care Medicine (CCM, CVK), Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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Uterine Artery Embolization of Uterine Arteriovenous Malformation: A Systematic Review of Success Rate, Complications, and Posterior Pregnancy Outcomes. J Pers Med 2022; 12:jpm12071098. [PMID: 35887595 PMCID: PMC9324499 DOI: 10.3390/jpm12071098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2022] [Revised: 06/10/2022] [Accepted: 06/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Uterine Arteriovenous Malformation (UAVM) is a rare but life-threating cause of uterine bleeding. The clinical management of this condition is challenging, and there is a need to describe the most adequate approach for these patients. Uterine artery embolization (UAE) is the most widely-published treatment in the literature in recent years, although there is a need to update the evidence on this treatment and to compare it with other available therapies. Thus, the objective of this systematic review is to quantify the efficacy of UAE of UAVM. In addition, we evaluated the clinical context of the patients included, the treatment complications, and the pregnancy outcomes after UAE. With this goal in mind, we finally included 371 patients spread over all continents who were included in 95 studies. Our results show that, similar to other medical therapies, the global success rate after embolization treatment was 88.4%, presenting a low risk of adverse outcomes (1.8%), even in women with later pregnancy (77% had no complications). To date, this is the largest systematic review conducted in this field, although there are still some points to address in future studies. The results obtained in our study should be outlined in UAE protocols and guidelines to aid in clinical decision-making in patients with UAVM.
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Obstetrical and Fertility Outcomes Following Transcatheter Pelvic Arterial Embolization for Postpartum Hemorrhage: A Cohort Follow-Up Study. LIFE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:life12060892. [PMID: 35743923 PMCID: PMC9228119 DOI: 10.3390/life12060892] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2022] [Revised: 06/08/2022] [Accepted: 06/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Objectives: Management of severe postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) includes transcatheter pelvic arterial embolization (TAE). Data regarding subsequent fertility and obstetrical outcomes is limited, as most fertility outcomes derive from TAE in uterine fibroma. The purpose of our study was to evaluate the long-term outcomes of patients undergoing TAE, particularly concerning subsequent fertility and following pregnancies. Material and methods: We included 28 patients who underwent TAE for PPH at our institution between 2009 and 2018 in a retrospective cohort study. Data were assessed by reviewing patients’ charts and by contacting the patients. Results: Ten patients had prophylactic balloon occlusion before cesarean section because of anticipated PPH, with planned hysterectomy by placenta increta/percreta. All these patients were excluded from the analysis regarding fertility. 16 (73%) patients reported having regular menstruation after TAE. In total, 11 women had no desire for subsequent pregnancy. Seven of the remaining 11 patients (63.6%) had a total of 13 spontaneous pregnancies, nine of these resulted in miscarriages. Four patients delivered a live baby (36.4%). Two of these (50%) had recurrent PPH and treatment was conservative. Of the patients with infertility (n = 4, 36.4%), two (18.1%) underwent assisted infertility treatment without success. Conclusion: Our study suggests that the fertility of patients undergoing TAE due to PPH is limited. In women who conceive, the risk for first trimester miscarriage as well as recurrent PPH seems to be increased. If this is a consequence of the underlying cause of PPH or the TAE remains unknown. Larger follow-up cohorts are needed. In the meantime, patients who desire pregnancy after TAE should be counseled accordingly.
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Khera PS, Garg PK, Yadav T, Tiwari S, Ghosh TS, Sureka B, Rajagopal R. Emergency Uterine Bleeding: A Pictorial Essay of Imaging and Endovascular Management. Curr Probl Diagn Radiol 2022; 51:858-867. [DOI: 10.1067/j.cpradiol.2022.04.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2021] [Revised: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 04/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Ruiz-Labarta J, Martínez Martín A, Pintado Recarte P, González Garzón B, Pina Moreno JM, Sánchez Rodríguez M, Vallejo Gea Á, Sordo L, Álvarez-Mon M, Ortega MA, Arribas CB, De León-Luis JA. Workshop on Blood Loss Quantification in Obstetrics: Improving Medical Student Learning through Clinical Simulation. Healthcare (Basel) 2022; 10:399. [PMID: 35207012 PMCID: PMC8871682 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10020399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2021] [Revised: 02/12/2022] [Accepted: 02/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To assess whether a clinical simulation-based obstetric blood loss quantification workshop for medical undergraduate trainees improves theoretical-practical knowledge, along with self-assurance and self-confidence. METHODS This was a quasi-experimental pre-post learning study conducted at the Gynaecology and Obstetrics Unit of the Hospital Gregorio Marañón, Madrid, Spain. Participants were volunteer students in their fourth year of a 6-year degree course in Medicine. The study period was divided into the stages: pre-workshop, intra-workshop, 2 weeks post-workshop and 6 months post-workshop. In the pre-workshop stage, students completed a brief online course in preparation for the workshop. The effectiveness of the workshop was assessed through multiple choice tests and self-administered questionnaires. Data were compared between time-points using statistical tests for paired samples. RESULTS Of the 142 students invited (age 21.94 ± 3.12 years), 138 accepted the offer of the workshop (97.2%), and 85.4% had no experience in managing blood loss. Between the stages pre- and 2 weeks post-workshop, significant improvements were observed in theoretical-practical knowledge (μ = 1.109), self-assurance and self-confidence. At the 6 months post-workshop stage, theoretical-practical knowledge diminished compared with 2 weeks post-workshop, returning to pre-workshop levels, while self-assurance and confidence failed to vary significantly in the longer term. CONCLUSIONS The obstetric workshop improved theoretical-practical knowledge and the self-assurance and confidence of the medical students. Results 2 weeks post-workshop were maintained up until 6 months after the training intervention. The clinical simulation-based workshop was perceived by the students as useful and necessary.
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- Javier Ruiz-Labarta
- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (J.R.-L.); (A.M.M.); (P.P.R.); (B.G.G.); (J.M.P.M.); (M.S.R.); (Á.V.G.); (L.S.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, Consortium for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (J.R.-L.); (A.M.M.); (P.P.R.); (B.G.G.); (J.M.P.M.); (M.S.R.); (Á.V.G.); (L.S.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (J.R.-L.); (A.M.M.); (P.P.R.); (B.G.G.); (J.M.P.M.); (M.S.R.); (Á.V.G.); (L.S.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, Consortium for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (J.R.-L.); (A.M.M.); (P.P.R.); (B.G.G.); (J.M.P.M.); (M.S.R.); (Á.V.G.); (L.S.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, Consortium for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (J.R.-L.); (A.M.M.); (P.P.R.); (B.G.G.); (J.M.P.M.); (M.S.R.); (Á.V.G.); (L.S.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, Consortium for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (J.R.-L.); (A.M.M.); (P.P.R.); (B.G.G.); (J.M.P.M.); (M.S.R.); (Á.V.G.); (L.S.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, Consortium for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (J.R.-L.); (A.M.M.); (P.P.R.); (B.G.G.); (J.M.P.M.); (M.S.R.); (Á.V.G.); (L.S.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (J.R.-L.); (A.M.M.); (P.P.R.); (B.G.G.); (J.M.P.M.); (M.S.R.); (Á.V.G.); (L.S.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, Consortium for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and Medical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Alcalá, 28801 Madrid, Spain;
- Ramón y Cajal Institute of Healthcare Research (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
- Immune System Diseases-Rheumatology and Oncology Service, University Hospital Príncipe de Asturias, CIBEREHD, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and Medical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Alcalá, 28801 Madrid, Spain;
- Ramón y Cajal Institute of Healthcare Research (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (J.R.-L.); (A.M.M.); (P.P.R.); (B.G.G.); (J.M.P.M.); (M.S.R.); (Á.V.G.); (L.S.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, Consortium for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (J.R.-L.); (A.M.M.); (P.P.R.); (B.G.G.); (J.M.P.M.); (M.S.R.); (Á.V.G.); (L.S.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, Consortium for Biomedical Research in Epidemiology and Public Health (CIBERESP), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
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Giacalone S, Kottmann A, Darioli V, Carron PN, Desseauve D, Albrecht R, Pasquier M. Clinical characteristics and haemodynamic state of patients undergoing interhospital transfer for postpartum haemorrhage: A study of a single-centre helicopter emergency medical service. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2021; 268:48-55. [PMID: 34800817 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2021.11.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2021] [Revised: 10/24/2021] [Accepted: 11/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Uterine artery embolization is an attractive option for the management of postpartum haemorrhage, however it is not available in every hospital. We compared the clinical characteristics and haemodynamic state of patients with postpartum haemorrhage, before and after helicopter transfer to a tertiary hospital for possible uterine artery embolization. We also analysed whether the type of treatment could modify the outcome. STUDY DESIGN Between 1999 and 2019 in Switzerland, we retrospectively found 82 consecutive patients with postpartum haemorrhage who were transferred by a physician-staffed helicopter emergency medical service to the tertiary hospital for potential uterine artery embolization. The collected data included the type of delivery, estimated blood loss, shock index and blood lactate levels before transfer and at destination, uterine artery embolization rate and hospital mortality rate. Our primary outcome was to describe the clinical characteristics, outcomes and haemodynamic state of the patients with postpartum haemorrhage before and after helicopter transfer. Our secondary outcome was to report the treatments performed at the tertiary hospital. The collected data were analysed with Stata version 14 (Stata Corporation, College Station, TX, USA). Continuous data are compared by using the Student's t-test or the Mann-Whitney U test, as appropriate. RESULTS We included 69 patients. Postpartum haemorrhage occurred after vaginal delivery in 38 cases (55%). Blood loss prior to transfer exceeded 2 L in 34% of cases. The median shock index was 1 (IQR 0.8-1.1) before transfer and 0.9 (IQR 0.8-1.1) after transfer (p = 0.41). The median lactate level was 2.9 mmol/L (IQR 2.1-6.8) before, and 2.1 mmol/L (IQR 1.55-3.5) after transfer (p = 0.90). Forty-four patients underwent uterine artery embolization (64%), with an overall success rate of 93%. One patient died (1.4%), from a haemorrhagic shock of abdominal origin. CONCLUSIONS Interhospital helicopter transfer of patients with postpartum haemorrhage to a tertiary hospital seems to be safe in our setting, despite a significant proportion of patients exhibiting signs of haemodynamic instability. Decision criteria would be helpful to better guide choices regarding the transfer of patients with postpartum haemorrhage.
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- S Giacalone
- Emergency Department, Lausanne University Hospital, and University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Emergency Department, Lausanne University Hospital, and University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland; Swiss Air Ambulance (Rega), Zürich, Switzerland
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- Emergency Department, Lausanne University Hospital, and University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Emergency Department, Lausanne University Hospital, and University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Lausanne University Hospital, and University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Swiss Air Ambulance (Rega), Zürich, Switzerland
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- Emergency Department, Lausanne University Hospital, and University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland.
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A systematic review and meta-analysis of obstetric and maternal outcomes after prior uterine artery embolization. Sci Rep 2021; 11:16914. [PMID: 34413380 PMCID: PMC8377070 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-96273-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2021] [Accepted: 08/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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This study aimed to review the obstetric complications during subsequent pregnancies after uterine artery embolization (UAE) for postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) by exploring the relationship between prior UAE and obstetric complications through a meta-analysis. We conducted a systematic literature review through March 31, 2021, using PubMed, Scopus, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials in compliance with the PRISMA guidelines and determined the effect of prior UAE for PPH on the rate of placenta accreta spectrum (PAS), PPH, placenta previa, hysterectomy, fetal growth restriction (FGR), and preterm birth (PTB). Twenty-three retrospective studies (2003–2021) met the inclusion criteria. They included 483 pregnancies with prior UAE and 320,703 pregnancies without prior UAE. The cumulative results of all women with prior UAE indicated that the rates of obstetric complications PAS, hysterectomy, and PPH were 16.3% (34/208), 6.5% (28/432), and 24.0% (115/480), respectively. According to the patient background-matched analysis based on the presence of prior PPH, women with prior UAE were associated with higher rates of PAS (odds ratio [OR] 20.82; 95% confidence interval [CI] 3.27–132.41) and PPH (OR 5.32, 95% CI 1.40–20.16) but not with higher rates of hysterectomy (OR 8.93, 95% CI 0.43–187.06), placenta previa (OR 2.31, 95% CI 0.35–15.22), FGR (OR 7.22, 95% CI 0.28–188.69), or PTB (OR 3.00, 95% CI 0.74–12.14), compared with those who did not undergo prior UAE. Prior UAE for PPH may be a significant risk factor for PAS and PPH during subsequent pregnancies. Therefore, at the time of delivery, clinicians should be more attentive to PAS and PPH when women have undergone prior UAE. Since the number of women included in the patient background-matched study was limited, further investigations are warranted to confirm the results of this study.
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- Jessica L Bienstock
- From the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore
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- From the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore
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- From the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore
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The Emergent Pelvic Artery Embolization in the Management of Postpartum Hemorrhage: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Obstet Gynecol Surv 2021; 76:234-244. [PMID: 33908615 PMCID: PMC8081441 DOI: 10.1097/ogx.0000000000000887] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Importance Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is an emergent obstetric complication and the leading cause of maternal mortality. Pelvic arterial embolization (PAE) is an effective treatment for intractable PPH. However, a unique protocol has not been accepted in obstetrical practice. Objective To evaluate its efficiency, safety, complications, and outcomes, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of PAE for PPH in the literature. Evidence Acquisition The Medline, the database of abstract of reviews, the index to allied health literature, and the Chinese database Sino-Med were searched on March 31, 2020, for studies on PAE for PPH. The data for PAE indication, agents, arteries, success rate, complications, and outcomes were extracted and syncretized for meta-analysis. Results From 1075 identified articles, 113 abstracts or full articles were retrieved and 43 studies were finally identified as meeting the including criteria. The results demonstrated that the indications for PAE were as follows: uterine atony, placental abnormality, delivery tract injury, disseminated intravascular coagulation, arteriovenous malformation, and vaginal hematoma. The embolization agents mostly in order were gelatin sponge particles, polyvinyl alcohol particles, Gelfoam, N-butyl cyanoacrylate, microcoil, and glue; for arteries, they were mostly uterine artery and internal iliac artery. The clinical success rate was 90.5%, whereas the technical success rate was 99.3%. The most common complications of PAE were postembolization syndrome and menstrual abnormality. Conclusions and Relevance The emergent PAE is a safe and effective method with high success rate in life-threatening PPH management. Gelatin sponge granules measuring 500 to 1000 μm in diameter have safe results. Pelvic arterial embolization may affect the recovery of menses and increase PPH in the subsequent pregnancy, but there was no noted correlation with fetal growth restriction.
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Ruiz Labarta FJ, Pintado Recarte MP, Joigneau Prieto L, Bravo Arribas C, Bujan J, Ortega MA, De León-Luis JA. Factors Associated with Failure of Bakri Balloon Tamponade for the Management of Postpartum Haemorrhage. Case Series Study and Systematic Review. Healthcare (Basel) 2021; 9:healthcare9030295. [PMID: 33800388 PMCID: PMC7999507 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare9030295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2021] [Revised: 02/25/2021] [Accepted: 03/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background: Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is an unpredictable obstetric emergency that requires a multidisciplinary approach. Bakri balloon tamponade (BBT) is recommended when PPH does not respond to medical treatment. Nowadays few published studies have performed a multivariate analysis to determine the variables independently associated with BBT failure. Methods: Our study purpose was to determine the variables independently associated with BBT failure: first, in a large single-centre cohort study between 2010 and 2020, and second, in a systematic literature review using Medline and the Cochrane Library. Maternal and perinatal variables, PPH characteristics, technique-related variables and complications were recorded in the case series study, comparing between successful and failed BBT patients. Study characteristic and variables significantly associated with BBT failure were recorded in the systematic review. All studies used a logistic regression test. Results: The case series included 123 patients. The profile of these patients were primiparous, with vaginal delivery and a full-term new-born. BBT was successful in 81.3% of cases. Five studies were included in the systematic review, providing data from 551 patients. BBT was successful in 79.5% of cases. Conclusions: Maternal age, caesarean delivery, ≥7 red blood cells units (RBCU) transfused and curettage before BBT insertion, history of caesarean section, pre-pregnancy obesity, anteriorly placed placenta, placenta accreta, caesarean delivery, estimated blood loss before insertion of BBT, long operation duration, and coagulopathy were independent factors for BBT failure.
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- Francisco Javier Ruiz Labarta
- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (F.J.R.L.); (M.P.P.R.); (L.J.P.); (C.B.A.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (F.J.R.L.); (M.P.P.R.); (L.J.P.); (C.B.A.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (F.J.R.L.); (M.P.P.R.); (L.J.P.); (C.B.A.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (F.J.R.L.); (M.P.P.R.); (L.J.P.); (C.B.A.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and Medical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Alcalá, Alcalá de Henares, 28801 Madrid, Spain;
- Ramón y Cajal Institute of Healthcare Research (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
- University Center for the Defense of Madrid (CUD-ACD), 28047 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and Medical Specialties, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Alcalá, Alcalá de Henares, 28801 Madrid, Spain;
- Ramón y Cajal Institute of Healthcare Research (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
- University Center for the Defense of Madrid (CUD-ACD), 28047 Madrid, Spain
- Pathological Anatomy Service, Central University Hospital of Defense-UAH, 28047 Madrid, Spain
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-91-885-45-40; Fax: +34-91-885-48-85
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- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (F.J.R.L.); (M.P.P.R.); (L.J.P.); (C.B.A.); (J.A.D.L.-L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
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Peripartum hemorrhage is a leading cause of maternal morbidity and mortality. Anesthesiologists must be familiar with conditions associated with hemorrhage that are unique to labor and delivery and not seen elsewhere in their practice. Regardless of etiology, early recognition and timely treatment of obstetric hemorrhage is necessary to prevent significant blood loss. Massive transfusion protocols are crucial to successful resuscitation, and providers should also consider use of cell salvage, uterine artery embolization, and anti-fibrinolytics. Because more than half the deaths due to hemorrhage are preventable, multidisciplinary care bundles should be used on every labor and delivery unit.
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- Joy L Hawkins
- University of Colorado School of Medicine, 12631 East 17th Avenue, Mail Stop 8202, Aurora, CO 80045, USA.
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Merriam AA, Huang Y, Wright JD, Goffman D, D'Alton ME, Friedman AM. Use of Uterine Tamponade and Interventional Radiology Procedures During Delivery Hospitalizations. Obstet Gynecol 2020; 135:674-684. [PMID: 32028498 PMCID: PMC7040521 DOI: 10.1097/aog.0000000000003722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To characterize use of uterine tamponade and interventional radiology procedures. METHODS This retrospective study analyzed uterine tamponade and interventional radiology procedures in a large administrative database. The primary outcomes were temporal trends in these procedures 1) during deliveries, 2) by hospital volume, and 3) before hysterectomy for uterine atony or delayed postpartum hemorrhage. Three 3-year periods were analyzed: 2006-2008, 2009-2011, and 2012-2014. Risk of morbidity in the setting of hysterectomy with uterine tamponade and interventional radiology procedures as the primary exposures was additionally analyzed in adjusted models. RESULTS The study included 5,383,486 deliveries, which involved 6,675 uterine tamponade procedures, 1,199 interventional radiology procedures, and 1,937 hysterectomies. Interventional radiology procedures increased from 16.4 to 25.7 per 100,000 delivery hospitalizations from 2006-2008 to 2012-2014 (P<.01), and uterine tamponade increased from 86.3 to 158.1 (P<.01). Interventional radiology procedures use was highest (45.0/100,000 deliveries, 95% CI 41.0-48.9) in the highest and lowest (8.9/100,000, 95% CI 7.1-10.7) in the lowest volume quintile. Uterine tamponade procedures were most common in the fourth (209.8/100,000, 95% CI 201.1-218.5) and lowest in the third quintile (59.8/100,000, 95% CI 55.1-64.4). Interventional radiology procedures occurred before 3.3% of hysterectomies from 2006 to 2008 compared with 6.3% from 2012 to 2014 (P<.05), and uterine tamponade procedures increased from 3.6% to 20.1% (P<.01). Adjusted risks for morbidity in the setting of uterine tamponade and interventional radiology before hysterectomy were significantly higher (adjusted risk ratio [aRR] 1.63, 95% CI 1.47-1.81 and aRR 1.75 95% CI 1.51-2.03, respectively) compared with when these procedures were not performed. CONCLUSION This analysis found that uterine tamponade and interventional radiology procedures became increasingly common over the study period, are used across obstetric volume settings, and in the setting of hysterectomy may be associated with increased risk of morbidity, although this relationship is not necessarily causal.
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- Audrey A Merriam
- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut; and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Columbia University, New York, New York
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Experience of a Colombian center in the endovascular management of lifethreatening postpartum hemorrhage. BIOMEDICA 2019; 39:314-322. [PMID: 31529818 DOI: 10.7705/biomedica.v39i3.3837] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2017] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Introduction: Postpartum hemorrhage is a world-leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Lacerations are the second most frequent cause. Early management with appropriate treatment is essential to obtain adequate outcomes; the endovascular occlusion of pelvic vessels is among the management options.
Objective: To describe the management experience with the arterial embolization of pelvic vessels.
Materials and methods: We conducted a retrospective case series study based on the institutional registry of Fundación Valle del Lili (Cali, Colombia), which included patients with postpartum hemorrhage admitted between January 1st, 2011 and October 31st, 2016.
Results: Out of 430 patients diagnosed with PPH, 11 were subject to embolization of pelvic vessels. Within our group, 10 patients had a vaginal delivery with severe vaginal lacerations; most of them (9 cases, 82%) were referred from other lower-complexity institutions after 20.5 hours. Occlusion was more frequent in the superior vaginal and the internal pudendal arteries. No patients showed complications associated with the procedure and only 2 showed recurrent bleeding while 3 required a hysterectomy, but no deaths occurred.
Conclusion: Percutaneous management is a safe and effective third-line method for difficult-management bleedings control in patients with postpartum hemorrhage after a severe perineal tear. These results are similar to case reports published in the worldwide literature available to date.
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Chung JPW, Leung TY. Uses of FloSeal © in obstetric hemorrhage: Case series and literature review. Taiwan J Obstet Gynecol 2018; 56:827-830. [PMID: 29241928 DOI: 10.1016/j.tjog.2017.10.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/05/2017] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE FloSeal© has been shown to be an alternative and effective method of hemostasis. The current study examines the various uses of FloSeal© in obstetric hemorrhage and gives an overview of the literature. CASE REPORTS In this retrospective case review, a total of 11 cases with obstetric hemorrhage were reviewed throughout a period of one year. All but one case was successful in using FloSeal© in arresting the bleeding with hysterectomy avoided. FloSeal© can be considered when bleeding occurs locally at the placental bed, bladder base, adhesiolysis site, vaginal tears or at suture holes. CONCLUSION FloSeal© was a quick and effective alternative for hemostasis and should be considered when conventional hemostatic techniques fails or is impractical.
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- Jacqueline Pui-Wah Chung
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, N. T., Hong Kong.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, N. T., Hong Kong
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Failed manual removal of the placenta after vaginal delivery. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2017; 297:323-332. [PMID: 29101608 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-017-4579-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2017] [Accepted: 10/19/2017] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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PURPOSE A retained placenta after vaginal delivery where manual removal of placenta fails is a clinical challenge. We present six cases that illustrate the heterogeneity of the condition and discuss the etiology and terminology as well as the clinical management. METHODS Members of the European Working group on Abnormally Invasive Placenta (EW-AIP) were invited to report all recent cases of retained placenta that were not antenatally suspected to be abnormally adherent or invasive, but could not be removed manually despite several attempts. RESULTS The six cases from Denmark, The Netherlands and the UK provide examples of various treatment strategies such as ultrasound-guided vaginal removal, removal of the placenta through a hysterotomy and just leaving the placenta in situ. The placentas were all retained, but it was only possible to diagnose abnormal invasion in the one case, which had a histopathological diagnosis of increta. Based on these cases we present a flow chart to aid clinical management for future cases. CONCLUSION We need properly defined stringent terminology for the different types of retained placenta, as well as improved tools to predict and diagnose both abnormally invasive and abnormally adherent placenta. Clinicians need to be aware of the options available to them when confronted by the rare case of a retained placenta that cannot be removed manually in a hemodynamically stable patient.
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Aguilar-Crespo A, Morales-Roselló J, Sánchez-Ajenjo C, Valle-Tejero A, García-Marcos R, Perales-Marín A. Postpartum hemorrhage with pelvic arterial embolization, study of 33 cases. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2017; 32:573-578. [PMID: 28965438 DOI: 10.1080/14767058.2017.1387527] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To describe our cases of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) with pelvic arterial embolization (PAE). MATERIAL AND METHODS All patients with PPH who underwent PAE in our center in the interval 2011-1016 were retrospectively studied, evaluating the technical procedure, clinical results, and subsequent fertility. RESULTS There were 33 cases of PPH with PAE. The majority occurred in primiparous women (N = 22, 66.6%) who delivered vaginally (N = 20, 61%). In addition, most PPH with PAE cases had an early onset (N = 26, 79%) and were caused by uterine atony (N = 14, 42.4%). Success of PAE occurred in 27 (81.8%) cases and a satisfactory clinical follow-up was the rule, with 21 (64%) women recovering their normal menstruation, and six (18.2%) becoming pregnant in the following years. CONCLUSIONS PAE is a safe and efficacious technique with minor complications. Moreover, it allows conservation of the uterus with preservation of fertility.
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- Alejandra Aguilar-Crespo
- a Obstetrics and Gynecology Department , Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe , Valencia , Spain
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- a Obstetrics and Gynecology Department , Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe , Valencia , Spain
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- a Obstetrics and Gynecology Department , Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe , Valencia , Spain
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- a Obstetrics and Gynecology Department , Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe , Valencia , Spain
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- b Vascular and Interventional Radiology Department , Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe , Valencia , Spain
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- a Obstetrics and Gynecology Department , Hospital Universitario y Politécnico la Fe , Valencia , Spain
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Soeda S, Hiraiwa T, Takata M, Kamo N, Sekino H, Nomura S, Kojima M, Kyozuka H, Ozeki T, Ishii S, Tameda T, Asano K, Miyazaki M, Takahashi T, Watanabe T, Taki Y, Fujimori K. Unique Learning System for Uterine Artery Embolization for Symptomatic Myoma and Adenomyosis for Obstetrician-Gynecologists in Cooperation with Interventional Radiologists: Evaluation of UAE From the Point of View of Gynecologists Who Perform UAE. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2017; 25:84-92. [PMID: 28807810 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2017.08.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2017] [Revised: 07/15/2017] [Accepted: 08/05/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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STUDY OBJECTIVE To evaluate a unique learning system for uterine artery embolization (UAE) and examine its feasibility and clinical outcomes for the treatment of symptomatic uterine leiomyomas and adenomyosis when performed by obstetrician-gynecologists in cooperation with interventional radiologists (IVRs). DESIGN Retrospective study (Canadian Task Force classification II-2). SETTING University hospital. PATIENTS One hundred seventy-three patients who underwent UAE for symptomatic leiomyomas and adenomyosis. INTERVENTIONS We examined the medical records of patients who underwent UAE for symptomatic uterine leiomyomas and adenomyosis at our department between 2003 and 2012 using our learning system for UAE for obstetrician-gynecologists in cooperation with IVRs. The charts of all patients were reviewed, and data on etiologic factors, past medical history of leiomyomas and adenomyosis, symptoms, details of UAE, and clinical outcomes after UAE were extracted. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS A total of 173 patients who underwent 177 UAEs were identified, including 4 patients who underwent embolization twice because of primary treatment failure or symptom recurrence. During the study period, 2 gynecologists successfully acquired endovascular skills. The technical success rate was 97.7% (174 of 177). The duration of fluoroscopy in procedures performed by obstetrician-gynecologists who acquired endovascular skills was not significantly different from that in procedures performed by IVRs at our institution; however, this duration was significantly longer in procedures performed by obstetrician-gynecologists who did not have sufficient experience with our learning protocol for UAE because of inadequate live observation of UAEs performed by skilled IVRs. Complications that necessitated discontinuation of the procedure occurred in 2.3% of cases (4 of 177). The clinical outcomes were similar to those reported in previous studies. Adverse events after UAE included myeloid passages in 7.0% (11 of 158), infections in 2.5% (4 of 158), vaginal discharge in 2.5% of patients with leiomyomas (4 of 158), and vaginal discharge in 7.1% of patients with adenomyosis (1 of 14). All the adverse events were adequately treated by the obstetrician-gynecologists themselves. The timing of hysterectomy due to complications or recurrence of symptoms after UAE varied widely. CONCLUSION UAE performed by obstetrician-gynecologists in cooperation with radiologists can be achieved safely and successfully with acceptable clinical outcomes. Live observation of the procedure performed by skilled IVRs is essential to improving the skills and reducing the fluoroscopic time of obstetrician-gynecologists.
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- Shu Soeda
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Takeda General Hospital, Wakamatsu, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Ota Nishinouchi General Hospital, Iwaki, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Higashi-Fuchu Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Radiation Health Management, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Fukushima Medical Center for Children and Women, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Chofu-keijinkai Clinic, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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