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Kamijo K, Nakajima M, Shigemi D, Kaszynski RH, Ohbe H, Goto T, Sasabuchi Y, Fushimi K, Matsui H, Yasunaga H. Characteristics and outcomes of patients with postpartum hemorrhage undergoing transcatheter arterial embolization: A nationwide observational study. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2025; 169:341-348. [PMID: 39552524 DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.16040] [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: 06/20/2024] [Revised: 10/01/2024] [Accepted: 10/31/2024] [Indexed: 11/19/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To elucidate the demographics, clinical characteristics, and outcomes of patients with postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) who underwent transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE). METHODS We conducted a retrospective observational study using the Japanese Diagnosis Procedure Combination inpatient database, which covers roughly 90% of all tertiary emergency hospitals in Japan, between April 2012 to March 2020. We identified patients with PPH who underwent TAE using the Japanese medical procedure status and code, and the device or drug code. We examined the patient characteristics, interventions administered, and clinical outcomes. RESULTS Among 64 893 patients diagnosed with PPH, we identified 2705 (4.2%) patients with PPH who underwent TAE. The most common cause of PPH was uterine atony (68.7%), followed by disseminated intravascular coagulation after labor (30.0%) and placenta accreta spectrum disorders (23.4%). The proportion of patients who underwent repeat TAE and a hysterectomy was 64 (2.4%) and 188 (7.0%), respectively. Among hysterectomies (n = 188), 26 (13.8%) had the procedure performed before TAE, 73 (38.8%) underwent hysterectomy on the same day as TAE, and 89 (47.4%) had the procedure conducted after TAE. Of those who underwent a hysterectomy after TAE (n = 89), 33 (37%) were performed more than 1-week after initial TAE. Overall in-hospital mortality was 14/2705 (0.5%). CONCLUSION Even if hemostasis is achieved through TAE, one must be mindful that a hysterectomy may become necessary more than 1 week after the procedure. These results could be helpful in clinical decision making and providing patients with additional treatment options for PPH that preserve patient fertility.
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- Kyosuke Kamijo
- Department of Gynecology, Nagano Municipal Hospital, Nagano, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Health Economics, School of Public Health, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
- Emergency and Critical Care Center, Tokyo Metropolitan Hiroo Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Health Economics, School of Public Health, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Emergency and Critical Care Center, Tokyo Metropolitan Hiroo Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Health Economics, School of Public Health, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, Tohoku University Hospital, Miyagi, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Health Economics, School of Public Health, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
- TXP Medical Co. Ltd., Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Real-World Evidence, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Health Policy and Informatics, Tokyo Medical and Dental University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Health Economics, School of Public Health, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Health Economics, School of Public Health, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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Chatani S, Inoue A, Lee T, Uemura R, Imai Y, Takaki K, Tomozawa Y, Murakami Y, Sonoda A, Tsuji S, Watanabe Y. Clinical outcomes and future fertility after uterine artery embolization for postpartum and post-abortion hemorrhage. Acta Radiol 2024; 65:670-677. [PMID: 38584381 DOI: 10.1177/02841851241244489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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BACKGROUND Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) and post-abortion hemorrhage (PAH) are life-threatening conditions. PURPOSE To evaluate the efficacy and safety of uterine arterial embolization (UAE) for PPH and PAH and to investigate future fertility after UAE. MATERIAL AND METHODS This study included 57 consecutive patients (mean age = 34 years) who underwent UAE for PPH (n = 46) and PAH (n = 11) at our institution between January 2011 and December 2022. Technical success, non-visualization of the peripheral portion of bilateral uterine arteries on angiography, and clinical success, complete hemostasis after UAE, were assessed. UAE-associated complications and factors related to clinical success were analyzed. Pregnancy outcomes after UAE and complications during subsequent pregnancy were investigated in 16 patients who desired fertility and were followed up for >1 year. RESULTS The technical and clinical success rates were 100% and 84.2%, respectively. Sepsis (n = 1) and uterine empyema (n = 1) were observed as severe complications. Placental disorder, bleeding within 24 h after delivery or abortion, ≥1.5 shock index, ≥6 units of transfusion erythrocytes, and ≥8 obstetrical disseminated intravascular coagulation score were significantly associated with unfavorable clinical outcomes. In total, 16 pregnancies were observed in 12 patients after UAE, three of which were miscarriages and 13 were successful live births. During pregnancy, uterine rupture (n = 1) and accreta (n = 1) were observed. CONCLUSION UAE is an effective treatment for PPH and PAH. Although UAE could preserve future fertility, careful attention should be paid to perinatal management for unusual complications.
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- Shohei Chatani
- Department of Radiology, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Koseikai Takeda Hospital, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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Lee KE, Lee SU, Kang J, Lim HW, Park IY, Kim MJ. Prognosis of subsequent pregnancy in uterine necrosis after uterine artery embolization. Obstet Gynecol Sci 2024; 67:335-338. [PMID: 38563044 PMCID: PMC11099095 DOI: 10.5468/ogs.23287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2023] [Revised: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
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In an 8-year period at two medical center, 138 patients underwent uterine artery embolization, and 11 of them were diagnosed with uterine necrosis. Among them, three were successfully conceived. However, one of them developed an arteriovenous malformation after an artificial abortion, and another experienced complications, including placenta previa and placenta accreta spectrum, which resulted in early preterm delivery and recurrent postpartum hemorrhage, necessitating subtotal hysterectomy. Therefore, it is crucial to prepare for potential adverse pregnancy outcomes in subsequent pregnancies for patients with a history of uterine necrosis.
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- Kyung Eun Lee
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bucheon St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Bucheon,
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul,
Korea
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- Department of Pathology, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul,
Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Bucheon St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Bucheon,
Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul,
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bucheon St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Bucheon,
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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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Pyeon SY, Noh E, Cho GJ. Long-Term Effect on Ovarian Function After Uterine Artery Embolization During the Postpartum Period: A Nationwide Population-Based Study. Reprod Sci 2023; 30:2990-2995. [PMID: 37188980 DOI: 10.1007/s43032-023-01257-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2022] [Accepted: 04/29/2023] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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Uterine artery embolization(UAE) is widely used in obstetrical indications, including postpartum bleeding and placental implantation abnormality, to manage many conditions to conserve the uterus. However, physicians are concerned about future fertility or ovarian function due to the occlusion of major pelvic vessels in the uterine artery embolization. However, there are limited data related to UAE usage during the postpartum period. This study was to evaluate the impact of UAE during the postpartum period on primary ovarian failure(POF), menstrual disorders, and infertility in women. Using the Korea National Health Insurance claims database, all pregnant women who delivered between January 2007 and December 2015 and underwent UAE during the postpartum period were identified. The occurrence of POF, female infertility, and menstrual disorders after delivery was evaluated. Using Cox proportional hazards models, the adjusted hazard ratios and 95% confidence intervals were estimated. 779,612 cases were analyzed in the study with 947 women in the UAE group. After delivery, the incidence of POF (0.84% vs.0.27%, P<.0001) and female infertility (10.24% vs. 6.89%, P<.0001) were higher in UAE group than in the control group. After adjusting for covariates, the POF risk was significantly higher in UAE group than in the control group (HR 2.37, 95% CI 1.16-4.82). The risk for the disorder of menstrual frequency (HR 1.28, 95% CI 1.10-1.50) and female infertility (HR 1.37, 95% CI 1.10-1.71) was significantly higher in UAE group than in the control group. This study confirmed UAE during the postpartum period is a risk factor for POF after delivery.
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- Seung Yeon Pyeon
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Korea University Guro Hospital Smart Healthcare Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Korea University Guro Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Jeon GU, Jeon GS, Kim YR, Ahn EH, Jung SH. Uterine artery embolization for postpartum hemorrhage with placenta accreta spectrum. Acta Radiol 2023:2841851231154675. [PMID: 37093745 DOI: 10.1177/02841851231154675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND The reported success rate of uterine artery embolization (UAE) for postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) differs by the cause of bleeding; in some reports, UAE shows less successful results in patients with placenta accreta spectrum (PAS). PURPOSE To evaluate the outcome of UAE for treating PPH associated with PAS. MATERIAL AND METHODS From September 2011 to September 2021, 227 patients (mean age = 34.67±4.06 years; age range = 19-47 years) underwent UAE for managing intractable PPH. Patients were divided into two groups: those with PAS (n = 46) and those without PAS (n = 181). Delivery details, embolization details, and procedure-related outcomes were compared between the two groups. P values <0.05 were considered statistically significant. RESULTS The technical success rate was 96.9% (n = 222) and the clinical success rate was 93.8% (n = 215). There were no significant differences in outcome of UAE between the two patient groups. The technical success rate was 95.7% (n = 44) in patients with PAS and 98.3% (n = 178) in patients without PAS (P = 0.267). The clinical success rate was 91.3% (n = 42) in patients with PAS and 95.6% (n = 173) in patients without PAS (P = 0.269). There were 24 cases of immediate complications, including pelvic pain (n = 20), urticaria (n = 3), and puncture site hematoma (n = 1). No major complication was reported. CONCLUSION UAE is a safe and effective method to control intractable PPH for patients with or without PAS.
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- Go Un Jeon
- Department of Radiology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam, Republic of Korea
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Yuan Y, He X, Liu P, Pu D, Shi Q, Chen J, Teichmann AT, Zhan P. The effectiveness of single ultrasound-guided high-intensity focused ultrasound (USgHIFU) ablation in managing placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) disorder. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2023; 307:1037-1045. [PMID: 36525091 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-022-06840-6] [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: 06/25/2022] [Accepted: 11/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of single ultrasound-guided high-intensity focused ultrasound (USgHIFU) ablation in managing placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) disorder. MATERIALS AND METHODS We retrospectively analyzed 40 PAS patients between April 2017 and October 2021. All the patients received one session of HIFU treatment. Regular follow-up was done after HIFU treatment until normal menstruation returned and placental tissue disappeared. The patient's reproductive-related outcomes were obtained through telephone interviews. RESULTS The median follow-up time for the 40 patients was 30.50 (15.75-44.00) months and the mean placental tissue elimination time was 45.29 ± 33.32 days. The mean duration of bloody lochia was 13.43 ± 10.01 days, with no incidences of severe bleeding. Notably, Linear regression analysis showed that the residual placenta volume before HIFU was a factor affecting the duration of bloody lochia after HIFU (R2 = 0.284, B = 0.062, P = 0.000). The normal menstrual return time was 58.71 ± 31.14 days. One (2.50%) patient developed an infection. Two (5.00%) patients were subjected to ultrasound-guided suction curettage for persistent vaginal discharge for more than one month without infection. Notably, 7 of the 18 patients who expressed reproductive plans became pregnant during the 4 to 53 months of follow-up without placental abnormalities. The remaining 11 patients were on contraceptives. CONCLUSIONS Single HIFU is an effective treatment option for managing PAS. However, future studies on further treatment strategies to reduce complications and promote patient recovery after HIFU ablation are desirable.
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- Yuan Yuan
- Sichuan Provincial Center for Gynaecology and Breast Diseases, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, No. 25 Taiping Street, Luzhou, 646000, Sichuan, China
- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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- Sichuan Provincial Center for Gynaecology and Breast Diseases, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, No. 25 Taiping Street, Luzhou, 646000, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Provincial Center for Gynaecology and Breast Diseases, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, No. 25 Taiping Street, Luzhou, 646000, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Provincial Center for Gynaecology and Breast Diseases, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, No. 25 Taiping Street, Luzhou, 646000, Sichuan, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
- School of Public Health and Management, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400016, China
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- Sichuan Provincial Center for Gynaecology and Breast Diseases, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, No. 25 Taiping Street, Luzhou, 646000, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Provincial Center for Gynaecology and Breast Diseases, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, No. 25 Taiping Street, Luzhou, 646000, Sichuan, China.
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A Case of Preeclampsia with Uterine Necrosis after Uterine Artery Embolization for Postpartum Hemorrhage. Case Rep Obstet Gynecol 2022; 2022:2859766. [PMID: 35619878 PMCID: PMC9130014 DOI: 10.1155/2022/2859766] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2021] [Revised: 03/13/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Uterine necrosis is a rare complication in uterine artery embolization (UAE) for postpartum hemorrhage (PPH). Preeclampsia (PE) is a condition characterized with systemic endothelial damage and intravascular volume depletion. Whether a patient with PE is at high risk for uterine necrosis after UAE for PPH has been unknown. A 30-year-old primipara woman was diagnosed with PE based on hypertension and proteinuria during delivery. UAE was performed for PPH after forceps delivery. After UAE, the patient presented with pleural effusion and massive ascites as well as persistent fever unresponsive to antibiotics. Ultrasonography and contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) led to the diagnosis of uterine necrosis, for which we performed total laparoscopic hysterectomy. It should be kept in mind that patients with PE associated with massive ascites may be at high risk for uterine necrosis after UAE due to decreased uterine perfusion. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to persistent symptoms such as fever and abdominal pain after UAE to diagnose uterine necrosis.
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Resuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta for life-threatening postpartum hemorrhage: A nationwide observational study in Japan. J Trauma Acute Care Surg 2022; 93:418-423. [PMID: 35444149 DOI: 10.1097/ta.0000000000003650] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Resuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta (REBOA) is used for postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) which is one of the leading causes of maternal mortality worldwide; however, its utility in the obstetrics setting remains unclear. Thus, this study aimed to describe the characteristics, demographics and mortality of patients with PPH who underwent REBOA. METHODS We used the Japanese Diagnosis Procedure Combination inpatient database to identify patients with PPH who underwent REBOA from April 2012 to March 2020. We examined the patients' characteristics, interventions administered and in-hospital mortality. RESULTS We identified 143 patients with PPH who underwent REBOA. The most common cause of PPH was atonic postpartum hemorrhage (52.4%), followed by disseminated intravascular coagulation (29.4%) and amniotic fluid embolism documented (11.2%). Among patients who delivered at hospitals in which REBOA was performed (n = 55), 38.2% of patients experienced preterm births and 70.9% delivered via cesarean section. The proportion of patients who underwent transcatheter arterial embolization and hysterectomy was 53.8% and 16.1%, respectively. In-hospital mortality was 7.0%. CONCLUSION The results of the present study could be helpful in clinical decision-making and providing patients and families with additional treatment options for PPH. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic, level IV.
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Lin CY, Huang LW, Tsai YL, Seow KM. Outcomes and complications of severe acute postpartum hemorrhage treated with or without transarterial embolization in a single tertiary referral center: A 20-year experience. Taiwan J Obstet Gynecol 2021; 60:995-998. [PMID: 34794762 DOI: 10.1016/j.tjog.2021.09.008] [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] [Accepted: 10/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE PPH is usually unpredictable; and such fast, urgent and sudden massive life-threating hemorrhage. This study is to assess the efficacy of transarterial embolization (TAE) in treating severe PPH in a single institution over a period of 20 years. MATERIALS AND METHODS From January 2000 to October 2019, all women with acute PPH more than 1500 cc and/or DIC were enrolled in this retrospective study. These women were divided into two groups according to whether they have received TAE as the second-line treatment. Group 1 (n = 27) included women without receiving TAE from January 1, 2000 to October 31, 2009, and group 2 (n = 30) included those who receiving TAE from November 1, 2009 to October 31, 2019. RESULTS The overall success rate of TAE in control the PPH and preserved the uterus is 80%. The hemoglobin 12 h after PPH in group 2 is significantly lower than in group 1 (7.64 ± 1.6 vs. 8.58 ± 1.9, respectively. P = 0.05). Total unit of packed red blood cell (pRBC) transfusion is significantly higher in the group 2 than group 1 (9.8 ± 5.7 vs. 6.8 ± 3.9; p = 0.03). The rate of hysterectomy is significantly higher in group 1 than group 2 (46.7 vs. 20%; p < 0.001). CONCLUSION In conclusion, TAE is safe and effective in control bleeding in PPH with a high success rate to preserve uterus and prevent DIC. TAE should be routinely used as a secondary line of treatment during PPH in all hospitals.
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- Chin-Yi Lin
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shin-Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shin-Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan; College of Medicine, Fu-Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shin-Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan; College of Medicine, Fu-Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shin-Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan.
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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: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [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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Sugai S, Nonaka T, Tamegai K, Sato T, Haino K, Enomoto T, Nishijima K. Successful repeated uterine artery embolization in postpartum hemorrhage with disseminated intravascular coagulation: a case report and literature review. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2021; 21:710. [PMID: 34686156 PMCID: PMC8532337 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-021-04191-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2021] [Accepted: 10/12/2021] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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Background Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is a potentially fatal condition requiring urgent and appropriate intervention. Uterine artery embolization (UAE) has a high hemostatic capacity for PPH, but it may fail. Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) has been reported as a risk factor associated with the failure of UAE. Case presentation A 37-year-old primigravida with dichorionic diamniotic twins and placenta previa underwent cesarean section. The blood loss during surgery was 4950 mL. Hemostasis was achieved using an intrauterine balloon tamponade device. However, she lost a further 2400 mL of blood 5 h after surgery. We embolized both uterine arteries using gelatin sponges and confirmed hemostasis. She was suffering from DIC and received ample blood transfusions. However, a further 1300 mL of blood was lost 18 h after surgery and we performed repeated UAE, with complete recanalization of the uterine arteries on both sides and re-embolization with gelatin sponges. Her DIC was treated successfully by blood transfusions at this time, and she showed no further bleeding after the repeated UAE. Conclusions DIC is a risk factor for the failure of UAE. Repeated UAE may be effective after sufficient improvement of the hematological status in patients with PPH and DIC.
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- Shunya Sugai
- Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Niigata University Medical and Dental Hospital, 1-757 Asahimachi-dori, Chuo-ku, 951-8510, Niigata, Japan.
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- Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Niigata University Medical and Dental Hospital, 1-757 Asahimachi-dori, Chuo-ku, 951-8510, Niigata, Japan
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- Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Niigata University Medical and Dental Hospital, 1-757 Asahimachi-dori, Chuo-ku, 951-8510, Niigata, Japan
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- Radiology and Radiation Oncology, Niigata University Medical and Dental Hospital, Niigata, Japan
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- Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Niigata University Medical and Dental Hospital, 1-757 Asahimachi-dori, Chuo-ku, 951-8510, Niigata, Japan
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- Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Niigata University Medical and Dental Hospital, 1-757 Asahimachi-dori, Chuo-ku, 951-8510, Niigata, Japan
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- Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Niigata University Medical and Dental Hospital, 1-757 Asahimachi-dori, Chuo-ku, 951-8510, Niigata, Japan
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The Efficacy of Transarterial Embolization for Postpartum Hemorrhage Complicated with Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation: A Single-Center Experience. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10184082. [PMID: 34575193 PMCID: PMC8468128 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10184082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2021] [Revised: 09/02/2021] [Accepted: 09/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Indications for the use of transarterial embolization (TAE) for postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) have been established. However, the efficacy of TAE for PPH complicated by disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) remains controversial. In this study, we investigated the efficacy of TAE for PPH complicated by DIC. A database review was conducted to identify patients who were treated with TAE for PPH at our hospital. TAE was performed in 41 patients during the study period. Effective hemostasis was achieved in all cases, but additional procedures, such as re-embolization or hysterectomy, were required in five patients (12.2%). The typical causes of PPH included uterine atony (18 cases), placenta previa (15 cases), amniotic fluid embolism (DIC-type) (11 cases), and placenta accreta spectrum (10 cases). The mean blood loss was 3836 mL. The mean obstetrical DIC and the International Society on Thrombosis and Hemostasis DIC scores were 7.9 and 2.6, respectively. The efficacy of hemostasis was comparable between patients with and without DIC. However, the complete success rate of TAE was lower in patients with DIC as the condition worsened than that in non-DIC patients. Overall, TAE is effective as a minimally invasive treatment for PPH complicated by DIC.
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Zhang XQ, Chen XT, Zhang YT, Mai CX. 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: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [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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- Xiu Quan Zhang
- Professor, Director of Research Laboratory of Reproductive Genetics
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- Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shunde Hospital of Southern Medical University (The First People's Hospital of Shunde), Foshan, Guangdong, China
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Hirashima H, Kaminaga K, Koyashiki Y, Tabata K, Usui R, Ohkuchi A. Uterine necrosis following uterine artery embolism due to postpartum hemorrhage: A case report and review. HYPERTENSION RESEARCH IN PREGNANCY 2021. [DOI: 10.14390/jsshp.hrp2020-002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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- Hiroto Hirashima
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Radiology, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Diagnostic Pathology, Jichi Medical University Hospital
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jichi Medical University School of Medicine
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Lee HJ, Kim M, Lim BB, Kim YR, Jeon GS, Jung SH. Transcatheter Arterial Embolization in the Management of Postpartum Hemorrhage due to Genital Tract Injury after Vaginal Delivery. J Vasc Interv Radiol 2020; 32:99-105. [PMID: 33158669 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2020.08.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2020] [Revised: 08/08/2020] [Accepted: 08/08/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate efficacy and safety of transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) in managing postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) due to genital tract injury after vaginal delivery and to investigate factors associated with outcome of TAE. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective review of 43 women (mean age, 32.6 years) who underwent TAE to manage PPH secondary to genital tract injury after vaginal delivery was performed at a single institution between January 2007 and December 2018. Clinical data and outcomes were obtained. Patients were classified into clinical success (n = 39) and failure (n = 4) groups, and comparisons between the groups were performed. RESULTS The clinical success rate of TAE for PPH due to genital tract injury was 90.7%. In the clinical failure group, transfusion volumes were higher (failure vs success: packed red blood cells, 14 pt ± 3.37 vs 6.26 pt ± 4.52, P = .003; platelets, 10.33 pt ± 4.04 vs 2.92 pt ± 6.15, P = .036); hemoglobin levels before the procedure were lower (failure vs success: 7.3 g/dL vs 10.7, P = .016). Periprocedural complications included pulmonary edema (25.6%), fever (23.3%), and pain (9.3%). Twenty-four patients were either followed for > 6 months or answered a telephone survey; 23 (95.8%) recovered regular menstruation, and pregnancy was confirmed in 11 (45.8%). Regarding fertility desires, 7 women attempted to conceive, 6 of whom (85.7%) became pregnant. CONCLUSIONS TAE is an effective and safe method for managing PPH due to genital tract injury after vaginal delivery. Lower hemoglobin levels before the procedure and higher transfusion volumes were associated with clinical failure of TAE.
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- Hyun Jung Lee
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, College of Medicine, 59 Yatap-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13496, South Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, College of Medicine, 59 Yatap-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13496, South Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, College of Medicine, 59 Yatap-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13496, South Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, College of Medicine, 59 Yatap-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13496, South Korea
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, College of Medicine, 59 Yatap-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13496, South Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University, College of Medicine, 59 Yatap-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si 13496, South Korea.
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Ono Y, Kariya S, Nakatani M, Ueno Y, Yoshida A, Maruyama T, Komemushi A, Tanigawa N. Clinical results of transarterial embolization for post-partum hemorrhage in 62 patients. J Obstet Gynaecol Res 2020; 47:226-232. [PMID: 33108016 DOI: 10.1111/jog.14476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2020] [Revised: 07/30/2020] [Accepted: 08/30/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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AIM The pathology of post-partum hemorrhage (PPH) differs depending on its cause, background and timing of bleeding, and the effectiveness of transarterial embolization (TAE) is thought to vary based on these characteristics. The aim of this study is to evaluate the treatment outcomes of TAE for PPH. METHODS Technical success, initial clinical success (hemostasis without repeat TAE or surgical treatment after initial TAE) and final clinical success (hemostasis with or without repeat TAE, but without surgical treatment) were assessed in 62 Japanese patients. Factors affecting final clinical success were analyzed using univariate analysis. Values of P < 0.05 were considered statistically significant. Further, the clinical course and factors associated with rebleeding, return of menstruation and fertility, and complications of TAE were assessed. RESULTS Final clinical success rate was significantly lower in cases with obstetrical disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) or the International Society on Thrombosis and Hemostasis (ISTH) DIC (P = 0.01, 0.03). Rebleeding (n = 9, 14.5%) was more common in patients with retained products of conception (RPOC) (P = 0.006). On long-term follow-up in 23 patients, return of menstruation was confirmed in 17 (73.9%) of these patients. Subsequent pregnancy was confirmed in seven patients (30.4%). TAE-related complications were seen in 6 patients (9.0%). There were no maternal deaths. CONCLUSIONS Obstetrical and ISTH DIC reduced the success rate of TAE for PPH (P = 0.01, 0.03). Rebleeding, which is observed significantly more frequently in PPH caused by RPOC (P = 0.006), can be effectively treated by repeat TAE.
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- Yasuyuki Ono
- Department of Radiology, Kansai Medical University, 2-5-1 Shinmachi, Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Kansai Medical University, 2-5-1 Shinmachi, Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Kansai Medical University, 2-5-1 Shinmachi, Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Kansai Medical University, 2-5-1 Shinmachi, Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Kansai Medical University, 2-5-1 Shinmachi, Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Kansai Medical University, 2-5-1 Shinmachi, Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Kansai Medical University, 2-5-1 Shinmachi, Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Kansai Medical University, 2-5-1 Shinmachi, Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
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Ruiz Sánchez E, Peinado Rodenas J, Gil Martínez-Acacio L, Arones Collantes M, Villar García M, García de la Torre JP, Amezcua Recover AN. Uterine necrosis. A rare complication of embolisation due to post-partum haemorrhage. J Gynecol Obstet Hum Reprod 2020; 50:101773. [PMID: 32325270 DOI: 10.1016/j.jogoh.2020.101773] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2019] [Revised: 04/01/2020] [Accepted: 04/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Post-partum haemorrhage (PPH) is a major cause of maternal mortality, according to the WHO. Early PPH occurs in 5% to 15% of births. In 80% of cases, uterine atonia is the cause. We describe a case of uterine necrosis following uterine artery embolization (UAE). due to PPH. The patient was a 37-year-old woman who had a normal delivery after her second pregnancy, but experienced haemorrhage due to uterine atonia that failed to respond to drugs. She underwent UAE with Spongostan® with no complications. The peri-partum period was normal. At 16 days, she consulted due to recurrence of fever. Magnetic resonance imaging confirm the diagnosis of uterine necrosis. Abdominal hysterectomy was performed.
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- Esther Ruiz Sánchez
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Hospital and University Complex of Albacete (SESCAM), Department of Medical Sciences, School of Medicine, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Albacete, Spain.
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- Department of Radiology, Hospital of Alcázar de San Juan (SESCAM), Department of Medical Sciences, School of Medicine, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Albacete, Spain
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Hospital and University Complex of Albacete (SESCAM), Department of Medical Sciences, School of Medicine, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Albacete, Spain
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Hospital and University Complex of Albacete (SESCAM), Department of Medical Sciences, School of Medicine, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Albacete, Spain
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- Department of Radiology, Hospital and University Complex of Albacete (SESCAM), Department of Medical Sciences, School of Medicine, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Albacete, Spain
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- Department of Anatomical Pathology, Hospital and University Complex of Albacete (SESCAM), Department of Medical Sciences, School of Medicine, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Albacete, Spain
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Hospital and University Complex of Albacete (SESCAM), Department of Medical Sciences, School of Medicine, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Albacete, Spain
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Weston M, Soyer P, Barral M, Dohan A, Pierre S, Rabei R, Garcia-Reyes K, Kohi MP. Role of Interventional Procedures in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Radiol Clin North Am 2020; 58:445-462. [PMID: 32044017 DOI: 10.1016/j.rcl.2019.11.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Radiological guided intervention techniques are discussed in obstetric and gynecologic patients. Fallopian tube recanalization, postpartum hemorrhage control, techniques of treating uterine leiomyomas, pelvic congestion treatment, and the use of percutaneous and transvaginal ultrasonography-guided aspirations and biopsy are covered. These techniques use basic radiological interventional skills and show how they are adapted for use in the female pelvis.
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- Michael Weston
- Department of Radiology, St James's University Hospital, Leeds LS9 7TF, UK.
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- Department of Radiology, Service de Radiologie A, Hopital Cochin, APHP & Université de Paris-Descartes Paris 5, 27 rue du Faubourg Saint-Jacques, Paris 75014, France
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- Department of Radiology, Service de Radiologie A, Hopital Cochin, APHP & Université de Paris-Descartes Paris 5, 27 rue du Faubourg Saint-Jacques, Paris 75014, France
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- Department of Radiology, Service de Radiologie A, Hopital Cochin, APHP & Université de Paris-Descartes Paris 5, 27 rue du Faubourg Saint-Jacques, Paris 75014, France
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- Department of Radiology, St James's University Hospital, Leeds LS9 7TF, UK
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, 505 Parnassus Avenue, M-361, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, 505 Parnassus Avenue, M-361, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, 505 Parnassus Avenue, M-361, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA
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Ohmaru‐Nakanishi T, Kuramoto K, Maehara M, Takeuchi R, Oishi H, Ueoka Y. Complications and reproductive outcome after uterine artery embolization for retained products of conception. J Obstet Gynaecol Res 2019; 45:2007-2014. [DOI: 10.1111/jog.14067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2019] [Accepted: 07/03/2019] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyHamanomachi Hospital Fukuoka Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyHamanomachi Hospital Fukuoka Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyHamanomachi Hospital Fukuoka Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyHamanomachi Hospital Fukuoka Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyHamanomachi Hospital Fukuoka Japan
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Habib N, Luton D, Centini G, Renuit I, Birbarah C, Ceccaldi PF. Advanced Interventional Procedures after Intrauterine Tamponade Balloon Insertion in a Tertiary Care Center. J INVEST SURG 2019; 34:373-379. [PMID: 31322016 DOI: 10.1080/08941939.2019.1637976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the rate of success and practicability of the intrauterine tamponade balloon (ITB) for managing PPH as a fertility-sparing tool. Methods: a five-year retrospective monocentric study in a tertiary care center including patients transferred for severe PPH. Results: In 231 patients, the success rate of ITB (n = 57), embolization (n = 58), and medical management (n = 114) was 84.21%, 74.13%, and 76.32%, respectively. Cesarean section during labor did not influence the risk of advanced interventional procedures (AIPs) for patients with ITB (odds ratio [OR] = 1.08) but did so in patients who were under expectant management in the intensive care (OR = 5.29). In the AIP subgroup of the ITB group, hemostasis was significantly deteriorated. Prothrombin time <50% (OR = 11.5), fibrinogen <2 g/L (OR = 6.88), and >4 red blood cells units (RBCs) transfused (OR = 17.2) were associated with a significantly higher risk of failure. Blood loss in the AIP patients in the embolization group was significantly higher. Patients requiring >4 units of RBCs were 22.9 times more likely to have an AIP (p = .0001). Conclusion: Compared with uterine embolization and medical management, ITB use in a tertiary care center was associated with lower risk of undergoing AIP, but further prospective study is required to confirm this.
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- Nassir Habib
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Service, Beaujon Teaching Hospital, Clichy and Paris Diderot University, Clichy, France
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Service, Beaujon Teaching Hospital, Clichy and Paris Diderot University, Clichy, France.,Obstetrics and Gynecology Service, Bichat Teaching Hospital, Paris and Paris Diderot University, Paris, France
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- Department of Molecular and Developmental Medicine, University of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Anesthesiology and Reanimation Department, Beaujon Teaching Hospital and Paris Diderot University, Clichy, France
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Service, Beaujon Teaching Hospital, Clichy and Paris Diderot University, Clichy, France
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Service, Beaujon Teaching Hospital, Clichy and Paris Diderot University, Clichy, France
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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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Dinc G, Oğuz Ş. The efficacy of pelvic arterial embolisation for the treatment in massive vaginal haemorrhage in obstetric and gynaecological emergencies: a single-centre experience. J OBSTET GYNAECOL 2019; 39:774-781. [PMID: 31023116 DOI: 10.1080/01443615.2019.1586858] [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] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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This study aimed to identify the role, efficacy and safety of pelvic arterial embolisation (PAE) in the management of massive vaginal haemorrhage occurring in 25 patients with obstetric and gynaecological emergencies where bleeding could not be controlled by conservative treatment methods. Nine of the cases had disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) and eight were haemodynamically unstable. PAE was successful in 23 of 25 patients without any major complication. Vascular blush was the most common (100%) angiographic finding. Active extravasation was observed in 9 of 25 of the cases. Permanent embolic agents including polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) particles or N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate (NBCA) were used in all cases. Technical success in patients with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), and in patients who were haemodynamically unstable were 9 of 11 and 6 of 8 cases, respectively. PAE was successful in all seven patients who had hysterectomy before PAE. PAE is a safe and effective alternative to surgical hysterectomy in obstetric and gynaecological emergencies when conservative management failed to control haemorrhage. It is an effective treatment option in cases of coagulation impairment and when bleeding cannot be controlled despite hysterectomy. Impact statement What is already known on this subject: Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is one of the most common causes of maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide. Most patients with PPH are treated conservatively but where this approach fails, hysterectomy is the standard option with loss of reproductive ability. During the past 20 years, pelvic arterial embolisation (PAE) has emerged as a safe, effective and preferred minimally invasive technique in most tertiary centres as an alternative to surgical treatments including hypogastric artery ligation and hysterectomy. The reported success rate of PAE using temporary and permanent embolic agents is 75-90% in cases of massive vaginal bleeding due to obstetric and gynaecological reasons. What the results of this study add? PAE showed high success rate in patients with coagulation disorders and in haemodynamically unstable patients. Permanent embolic agents such as polyvinyl alcohol particles (PVAs) or, N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate (NBCA) should be used for embolisation in coagulation disorders or haemodynamic instability. The most important advantage of NBCA is that the embolisation effect occurs independently of the inherent coagulation cascade. What are the implications of these findings for clinical practice and/or further research? PAE is an effective and minimally invasive treatment option in cases of coagulopathy and in patients with bleeding that cannot be controlled despite hysterectomy. Our results suggest that haemodynamic instability and DIC should not be considered a contraindication for PAE. Embolic agent selection and the long-term effects of permanent embolic agents on fertilisation is an important issue requiring further investigation.
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- Gülseren Dinc
- a Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology , KTU , Trabzon , Turkey
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- b Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiology , KTU , Trabzon , Turkey
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Barinov SV, Medjannikova IV, Tirskaya YI, Chuprinin VD, Khilkevich EG, Savelyeva IV, Shamina IV, Borisova AV, Lazareva OV. The use of Zhukovsky vaginal and intrauterine balloons to improve the outcome of postpartum hysterectomies in patients with severe bleeding. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2019; 33:2955-2960. [PMID: 30614315 DOI: 10.1080/14767058.2019.1566309] [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] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Aim: To assess the efficacy of a Zhukovsky obstetric double balloon for improving outcomes in women undergoing hysterectomy for postpartum hemorrhage.Materials and methods: This was a randomized controlled study. Participants were divided into two groups to undergo insertion of a Zhukovsky obstetric double balloon prior to hysterectomy (n = 16) or conventional hysterectomy (n = 25).Results: The main reasons for major obstetric hemorrhage were placenta accreta (53.6%), uterine atony (26.8%), uteroplacental apoplexy (14.6%), and amniotic fluid embolism (4.8%). The use of a Zhukovsky obstetric double balloon during postpartum hysterectomy was associated with a 1.7-fold reduction in blood loss and a 2.3-fold reduction in blood loss > 2000 ml compared with conventional hysterectomy.Conclusion: The use of a Zhukovsky obstetric double balloon represents a potent tool for improvement of immediate outcomes of hysterectomy in women with severe postpartum bleeding.
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- Sergey V Barinov
- Russian Ministry of Health, Federal State Budget Educational Institution of Higher Education Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia
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- Russian Ministry of Health, Federal State Budget Educational Institution of Higher Education Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia
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- Russian Ministry of Health, Federal State Budget Educational Institution of Higher Education Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia
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- Ministry of Health of Russia, National Medical Research Center of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Perinatology, Moscow, Russia
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- Ministry of Health of Russia, National Medical Research Center of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Perinatology, Moscow, Russia
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- Russian Ministry of Health, Federal State Budget Educational Institution of Higher Education Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia
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- Russian Ministry of Health, Federal State Budget Educational Institution of Higher Education Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia
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- Russian Ministry of Health, Federal State Budget Educational Institution of Higher Education Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia
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- Russian Ministry of Health, Federal State Budget Educational Institution of Higher Education Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia
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Lee HJ, Cho HY, Peck MJ, Ki HJ, Moon MJ, Kim HC, Jang SW, Kim YR. Uterine artery embolization versus cesarean hysterectomy in the management of postpartum hemorrhage. MINIM INVASIV THER 2019; 28:351-358. [DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2018.1562943] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- Hyun Jung Lee
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA University School of Medicine, CHA Bundang Medical Center, Seongnam, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA University School of Medicine, CHA Bundang Medical Center, Seongnam, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA University School of Medicine, CHA Bundang Medical Center, Seongnam, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA University School of Medicine, CHA Bundang Medical Center, Seongnam, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA University School of Medicine, CHA Bundang Medical Center, Seongnam, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA University School of Medicine, CHA Bundang Medical Center, Seongnam, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA University School of Medicine, CHA Bundang Medical Center, Seongnam, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CHA University School of Medicine, CHA Bundang Medical Center, Seongnam, Korea
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Fu CJ, Irama W, Wong YC, Tseng HJ, Wang LJ, Yeow KM, Wu CH. Transarterial embolization for postpartum hemorrhage: lessons learned. Acta Radiol 2018; 59:1451-1457. [PMID: 29667848 DOI: 10.1177/0284185118769691] [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] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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BACKGROUND Although transarterial embolization (TAE) can powerfully control postpartum hemorrhage (PPH), clinical failure of TAE is not uncommon. PURPOSE To discover whether any parameters could predict timely clinical failure of TAE, then whether a supplementary intervention could be promptly initiated. MATERIAL AND METHODS We retrospectively analyzed 118 TAE procedures in 113 patients with PPH performed at our institution between January 2012 and May 2015. The patients were divided into the following groups: clinically successful TAE and failed TAE. Successful TAE was defined as obviation of supplementary embolization or surgical intervention for hemostasis. Gestational conditions, angiographic factors, maternal vital signs, and laboratory data were compared between the two groups. RESULTS In total, 100 (84.8%) TAEs were clinically successful. Multivariate logistic regression analyses revealed independent risk factors of TAE clinical failure, including the requirement for augmented embolic agents, placental retention, and international normalized ratio > 1.3 ( P = 0.009, 0.001, and 0.005, respectively). The post-TAE shock index was significantly associated with TAE failure, using a cut-off value of 0.8. CONCLUSION The discovered independent risk factors of TAE clinical failure existed before or during the TAE procedure and could not reflect the post-TAE conditions. Although the post-TAE shock index was not an independent factor, it reflected the conditions after TAE and could indicate TAE clinical failure timely.
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- Chen-Ju Fu
- Division of Emergency and Critical Care Radiology, Department of Medical Imaging and Intervention, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University, Taiwan
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- Division of Emergency and Critical Care Radiology, Department of Medical Imaging and Intervention, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University, Taiwan
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- Division of Emergency and Critical Care Radiology, Department of Medical Imaging and Intervention, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University, Taiwan
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- Center for Big Data Analytics and Statistics, Chang Gung Memorial University, Taiwan
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- Division of Emergency and Critical Care Radiology, Department of Medical Imaging and Intervention, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Imaging and Intervention, Division of Gastrointestinal Radiology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University, Gueishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Emergency and Critical Care Radiology, Department of Medical Imaging and Intervention, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chang Gung University, Taiwan
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Kim JE, So YH, Kim BJ, Kim SM, Choi YH, Sung CK. Postpartum hemorrhage from non-uterine arteries: clinical importance of their detection and the results of selective embolization. Acta Radiol 2018; 59:932-938. [PMID: 29065701 DOI: 10.1177/0284185117738547] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Background Identification of the source of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is important for embolization because PPH frequently originates from non-uterine arteries. Purpose To evaluate the clinical importance of identifying the non-uterine arteries causing the PPH and the results of their selective embolization. Material and Methods This retrospective study enrolled 59 patients who underwent embolization for PPH from June 2009 to July 2016. Angiographic findings and medical records were reviewed to determine whether non-uterine arteries contributed to PPH. Arteries showing extravasation or hypertrophy accompanying uterine hypervascular staining were regarded as sources of the PPH. The results of their embolization were analyzed. Results Of 59 patients, 19 (32.2%) underwent embolization of non-uterine arteries. These arteries were ovarian (n = 7), vaginal (n = 5), round ligament (n = 5), inferior epigastric (n = 3), cervical (n = 2), internal pudendal (n = 2), vesical (n = 1), and rectal (n = 1) arteries. The embolic materials used included n-butyl cyanoacrylate (n = 9), gelatin sponge particles (n = 8), gelatin sponge particles with microcoils (n = 1), and polyvinyl alcohol particles (n = 1). In 13 patients, bilateral uterine arterial embolization was performed. Re-embolization was performed in two patients with persistent bleeding. Hemostasis was achieved in 17 (89.5%) patients. Two patients underwent immediate hysterectomy due to persistent bleeding. One patient experienced a major complication due to pelvic organ ischemia. One patient underwent delayed hysterectomy for uterine infarction four months later. Conclusion Non-uterine arteries are major sources of PPH. Detection and selective embolization are important for successful hemostasis.
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- Jeong-Eun Kim
- Department of Radiology, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul Metropolitan Government Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul Metropolitan Government Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul Metropolitan Government Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul Metropolitan Government Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul Metropolitan Government Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Choi W, Shin JH, Kim PH, Han K, Ohm JY, Kim JH, Kim JW. Clinical outcomes of 23 patients who had repeat pelvic arterial embolisation for uncontrolled post-partum haemorrhage at a single centre. Clin Radiol 2018; 73:665-671. [PMID: 29622362 DOI: 10.1016/j.crad.2018.02.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2017] [Accepted: 02/13/2018] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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AIM To evaluate the safety and efficacy of repeated pelvic arterial embolisation (PAE) for uncontrolled postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) after a single session of PAE and to compare angiographic findings between the two sessions of PAE. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 23 consecutive patients (age range, 23-44 years) who underwent repeated PAE for uncontrolled PPH between March 2001 and January 2016 in Severance Hospital were reviewed. The interval times between the two sessions of PAE, the angiographic findings, embolic materials, arteries embolised during PAE, and the clinical outcomes were reviewed retrospectively. RESULTS Overall clinical success was achieved after repeated PAE in 21 of 23 patients (91.3%). There were no procedure-related, major complications. On angiography, active bleeding from the uterine collateral arteries was more frequently observed in the second session of PAE (p>0.05), and embolisation of the anterior division of the internal iliac artery was significantly higher during the second session of PAE. Use of permanent embolic materials was significantly higher during the second session of PAE. Recanalisation of a previously embolised artery was identified in 14 patients (60.9%) during the second session. CONCLUSION Repeated PAE is safe and effective for managing recurrent bleeding after a single session of PAE. Repeated PAE is related to a higher chance of embolisation of the anterior division of the internal iliac artery, with the use of permanent embolic materials. Recanalisation of a previously embolised artery seems to be a principal source of rebleeding during a repeated session of PAE.
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- W Choi
- Department of Radiology, Severance Hospital, Research Institute of Radiological Science, Yonsei University, College of Medicine, 50-1, Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 138-736, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 138-736, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Severance Hospital, Research Institute of Radiological Science, Yonsei University, College of Medicine, 50-1, Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Chungnam National University Hospital, 282, Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon, 35015, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 138-736, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 138-736, Republic of Korea
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Henriquez DDCA, Bloemenkamp KWM, van der Bom JG. Management of postpartum hemorrhage: how to improve maternal outcomes? J Thromb Haemost 2018; 16:S1538-7836(22)02220-6. [PMID: 29883040 DOI: 10.1111/jth.14200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2017] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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Postpartum hemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal mortality and severe morbidity. Despite efforts to improve maternal outcomes, management of postpartum hemorrhage still faces at least four challenges, discussed in this review. First, current definitions for severe postpartum hemorrhage hamper early identification of women with a high risk of adverse outcomes. Adaptations to the definitions and the use of clinical tools such as shock index and early warning systems may facilitate this early identification. Second, surgical and radiological interventions to prevent hysterectomy are not always successful. More knowledge on the influence of patient and bleeding characteristics on the success rates of these interventions is necessary. Scarce data suggest that early timing of intrauterine balloon tamponade may improve maternal outcomes, whereas early timing of arterial embolization seems to be unrelated to maternal outcomes. Third, fluid resuscitation with crystalloids and colloids is unavoidable in the early phases of postpartum hemorrhage but may result in dilutional coagulopathy. Effects of different volumes of clear fluids on the occurrence of dilutional coagulopathy and maternal outcomes is unknown. Fourth, a better understanding of diagnosis and correction of coagulopathy during postpartum hemorrhage is needed. Low plasma fibrinogen levels at the start of postpartum hemorrhage predict progression to severe hemorrhage, but standard coagulation screens are time consuming. A solution may be point-of-care coagulation testing; however, clinical usefulness during postpartum hemorrhage has not been demonstrated. To date, early administration of tranexamic acid is the only hemostatic intervention that was proven to improve outcomes in women with postpartum hemorrhage.
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- D D C A Henriquez
- Center for Clinical Transfusion Research, Sanquin Research and Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
- Department of Obstetrics, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Department of Obstetrics, Birth Center, Wilhelmina's Children Hospital, Division Woman and Baby, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Center for Clinical Transfusion Research, Sanquin Research and Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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Aoki M, Tokue H, Miyazaki M, Shibuya K, Hirasawa S, Oshima K. Primary postpartum hemorrhage: outcome of uterine artery embolization. Br J Radiol 2018; 91:20180132. [PMID: 29641227 DOI: 10.1259/bjr.20180132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To assess the efficacy of uterine artery embolization (UAE) for the management of primary postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) and to determine the factors associated with clinical outcomes especially in relation to the ovarian artery. METHODS A retrospective analysis of 33 patients who underwent UAE for primary PPH was performed. Clinical data were used regarding maternal characteristics, cause of bleeding, mode of delivery, bleeding onset after delivery, risk factors for PPH, presence of coagulopathy, details regarding the UAE procedure, and types of ovarian artery flow. We defined two types of ovarian artery flow by initial aortography before UAE (Type A: ovarian artery flow arose directly from the aorta to the uterine artery; Type B: ovarian artery flow that did not obviously arise from the aorta). Clinical success was defined as cessation of bleeding after UAE without the need for hysterectomy. Univariate analysis was performed to determine factors related to clinical outcomes. RESULTS The major indication of UAE was uterine atony (82%; 27/33). Extravasation of contrast medium was observed in 15 (45%) patients. The clinical success rate was 85% (28/33). In five patients, embolization failed, and these patients were managed by hysterectomy. Univariate analysis showed that retained placental tissue (p < 0.001), type of ovarian artery (p < 0.001) and the existence of extravasation of contrast medium (p = 0.049) were related to the clinical success rate. CONCLUSION The clinical success rate was 85% (28/33), and some PPH patients were thought to need ovarian artery embolization in addition to UAE. Advances in knowledge: Initial aortography before UAE may be useful to predict the failure of UAE and the need of ovarian artery embolization. Obvious ovarian arterial blood flow to the uterus by aortography could be a warning sign.
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- Makoto Aoki
- 1 Department of Emergency Medicine, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine , Maebashi, Gunma , Japan.,2 Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine , Maebashi, Gunma , Japan
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- 2 Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine , Maebashi, Gunma , Japan
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- 2 Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine , Maebashi, Gunma , Japan
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- 2 Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine , Maebashi, Gunma , Japan
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- 2 Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine , Maebashi, Gunma , Japan
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- 1 Department of Emergency Medicine, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine , Maebashi, Gunma , Japan
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Lindquist JD, Vogelzang RL. Pelvic Artery Embolization for Treatment of Postpartum Hemorrhage. Semin Intervent Radiol 2018; 35:41-47. [PMID: 29628615 PMCID: PMC5886774 DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1636520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is the leading cause of maternal perinatal morbidity and mortality worldwide. Defined as greater than 500 mL blood loss after vaginal delivery, and greater than 1,000 mL blood loss after cesarean delivery, PPH has many causes, including uterine atony, lower genital tract lacerations, coagulopathy, and placental anomalies. Correction of coagulopathy and identification of the cause of bleeding are mainstays of treatment. Medical therapies such as uterotonics, balloon tamponade, pelvic artery embolization, and uterine-sparing surgical options are available. Hysterectomy is performed when conservative therapies fail. Pelvic artery embolization is safe and effective, and is the first-line therapy for medically refractory PPH. A thorough knowledge of pelvic arterial anatomy is critical. Recognition of variant anatomy can prevent therapeutic failure. Pelvic embolization is minimally invasive, has a low complication rate, spares the uterus, and preserves fertility.
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- Jonathan D. Lindquist
- Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado
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- Division of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital and McGaw Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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Indications and characteristics of obstetric patients admitted to the intensive care unit: a 22-year review in a tertiary care center. Obstet Gynecol Sci 2018; 61:209-219. [PMID: 29564311 PMCID: PMC5854900 DOI: 10.5468/ogs.2018.61.2.209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2017] [Revised: 08/21/2017] [Accepted: 08/24/2017] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Objective Reviewing indications and characteristics of obstetric patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of a tertiary care center, comparing those patients by time period and place of delivery, and to verify clinical utility of acute physiology and chronic health evaluation (APACHE) II score in ICU-admitted women. Methods Retrospective analyses were carried out for parturients admitted to the ICU of our institution from 1994 to 2015. Clinical characteristics were compared between time period (period 1: 1994-2004; period 2: 2005-2015) and place of delivery (our institution and local hospitals). Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis was used to evaluate the usefulness of APACHE II score to predict maternal mortality. Results During 22-year period, 176 women required ICU admission, showing the incidence of 2.2 per 1,000 deliveries. The most common reason for ICU admission was postpartum hemorrhage (56.3%), followed by hypertensive disorders (19.3%), sepsis (3.4%), and pulmonary and amniotic fluid embolism (2.3%). Period 2 showed older maternal age (32.7±4.8 vs. 30.8±4.4 years, P=0.006, higher embolization rate (26.4% vs.1.2%, P<0.001), and lower hysterectomy rate (30.8% vs. 49.4%, P=0.012). Cases from local hospitals showed significantly higher proportion of postpartum hemorrhage (84.5% vs. 42.2%, P<0.001). Overall maternal death occurred in 5.1% (9/176) including 6 direct maternal deaths. The APACHE II score showed area under the ROC curve of 0.813 (confidence interval [CI], 0.607-1.000) for prediction of maternal mortality. Conclusion The incidence of obstetric ICU admission was 2.2 per 1,000 deliveries and the most common reason was postpartum hemorrhage followed by hypertensive disorders. APACHE II score could be used to predict mortality in obstetric ICU admission.
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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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Spreu A, Abgottspon F, Baumann MU, Kettenbach J, Surbek D. Efficacy of pelvic artery embolisation for severe postpartum hemorrhage. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2017; 296:1117-1124. [PMID: 28993867 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-017-4554-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2017] [Accepted: 09/22/2017] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of our study was to evaluate the outcome of selective pelvic arterial embolisation (PAE) in women with severe postpartum hemorrhage (PPH). METHODS We performed a retrospective, controlled, single-center cohort study. A total of 16 consecutive women with PPH who underwent therapeutic PAE were included. As historical control group, we included 22 women with similar severity of PPH who were managed without PAE. Outcome measures included necessity of surgical interventions such as postpartum hysterectomy and laparotomy after vaginal delivery, the amount of red blood cell transfusions, and hematologic findings after the procedure. RESULTS PAE was successful in stopping PPH and preserving the uterus in all 16 women in the study group. No woman in the PAE group required a postpartum hysterectomy, whereas postpartum hysterectomy was unavoidable in two women in the control group. Laparotomy after vaginal delivery was necessary in two women of the group without embolisation. Hematologic parameters after the treatment were better in the PAE group than in the control group, although these differences were only in part statistically significant. There were no unwarranted effects of PAE identifiable in the study group. CONCLUSION This is the first controlled study assessing the efficacy of PAE for the treatment of PPH. Our data suggest that PAE is effective for the treatment of severe PPH. In view of the lack of complications and unwarranted effects, clinical use of PAE in severe PPH seems justified, particularly in view of the life-threatening condition and the potential to preserve fertility in affected patients. Further evidence from well-designed prospective randomized-controlled trials would be nevertheless desirable in the future.
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- Annette Spreu
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Inselspital University Hospital, University of Bern, Effingerstrasse 102, 3010, Bern, Switzerland.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Inselspital University Hospital, University of Bern, Effingerstrasse 102, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Inselspital University Hospital, University of Bern, Effingerstrasse 102, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Diagnostic, Interventional and Pediatric Radiology, Inselspital University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 8, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Inselspital University Hospital, University of Bern, Effingerstrasse 102, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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Lee PS, Kempner S, Miller M, Dominguez J, Grotegut C, Ehrisman J, Previs R, Havrilesky LJ, Broadwater G, Ellestad SC, Secord AA. Multidisciplinary approach to manage antenatally suspected placenta percreta: updated algorithm and patient outcomes. GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY RESEARCH AND PRACTICE 2017; 4:11. [PMID: 28852530 PMCID: PMC5567476 DOI: 10.1186/s40661-017-0049-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2017] [Accepted: 08/10/2017] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Due to the significant morbidity and mortality associated with placenta percreta, alternative management options are needed. Beginning in 2005, our institution implemented a multidisciplinary strategy to patients with suspected placenta percreta. The purpose of this study is to present our current strategy, maternal morbidity and outcomes of patients treated by our approach. METHODS From 2005 to 2014, a retrospective cohort study of patients with suspected placenta percreta at an academic tertiary care institution was performed. Treatment modalities included immediate hysterectomy at the time of cesarean section (CHYS), planned delayed hysterectomy (interval hysterectomy 6 weeks after delivery) (DH), and fertility sparing (uterine conservation) (FS). Prognostic factors of maternal morbidity were identified from medical records. Complications directly related to interventional procedures and DH was recorded. Descriptive statistics were utilized. RESULTS Of the 21 patients with suspected placenta percreta, 7 underwent CHYS, 13 underwent DH, and 1 had FS with uterine preservation. Of the 20 cases that underwent hysterectomy, final pathology showed 11 increta, 7 percreta, and 2 inconclusive. 19/20 cases underwent interventional radiology (IR) procedures. Selective embolization was utilized in 14 cases (2/7 CHYS; 12/13 DH). The median time from cesarean section (CS) to DH was 41 [26-68] days. There were no cases of emergent hysterectomy, delayed hemorrhage, or sepsis in the DH group. Both estimated blood loss and number of packed red blood cell transfusions were significantly higher in the CHYS group. 3/21 cases required massive transfusion (2 CHYS, 1 FS) with median total blood product transfusion of 13 units [12-15]. The four IR-related complications occurred in the DH group. Incidence of postoperative complications was similar between both groups. Median hospital length of stay (LOS) after CHYS was 4 days [3-8] compared to DH cohort: 7 days [3-33] after CS and 4 days [1 -10] after DH. The DH cohort had a higher rate of hospital readmission of 54% (7/13) compared to 14% (1/7) CHYS, most commonly due to pain. There were no maternal deaths. CONCLUSION This multidisciplinary strategy may appear feasible; however, further investigation is warranted to evaluate the effectiveness of alternative approaches to cesarean hysterectomy in cases of morbidly adherent placenta.
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- Paula S. Lee
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, North Carolina 27710 USA
- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, USA
- Duke Cancer Institute, Durham, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, North Carolina 27710 USA
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, North Carolina 27710 USA
- Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, USA
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, North Carolina 27710 USA
- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, USA
- Duke Cancer Institute, Durham, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, North Carolina 27710 USA
- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, USA
- Duke Cancer Institute, Durham, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, North Carolina 27710 USA
- Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, North Carolina 27710 USA
- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, USA
- Duke Cancer Institute, Durham, USA
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Transcatheter arterial embolization as first-line rescue in intractable primary postpartum hemorrhage: Assessment, outcome, and subsequent fertility. J Formos Med Assoc 2017; 116:380-387. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jfma.2016.06.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2016] [Revised: 06/17/2016] [Accepted: 06/20/2016] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Emergent Uterine Arterial Embolization Using N-Butyl Cyanoacrylate in Postpartum Hemorrhage with Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2017; 2017:1562432. [PMID: 28251148 PMCID: PMC5303842 DOI: 10.1155/2017/1562432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2016] [Revised: 09/20/2016] [Accepted: 01/04/2017] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Although it is widely accepted that uterine artery embolization (UAE) is an effective therapeutic strategy for postpartum hemorrhage (PPH), no consensus has been reached regarding the efficacy of UAE in patients with PPH with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). This single-center retrospective cohort study included patients treated with UAE using NBCA for PPH between 2010 and 2015. The patients were divided into DIC and non-DIC groups, according to the obstetrical DIC score and the overt DIC diagnostic criteria issued by the International Society of Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH), and their clinical outcomes were compared. There were 28 patients treated with UAE using NBCA. Complete hemostasis was achieved by UAE in 19 of 28 patients. In eight of nine patients with unsuccessful hemostasis, surgical hemostatic interventions were performed after UAE, and hemostasis was achieved in seven patients. UAE using NBCA showed no significant intergroup differences in complete hemostasis according to the presence or absence of DIC based on obstetrical DIC score (70% versus 62.5%, P = 1.000) or ISTH DIC score (54.5% versus 76.5%, P = 0.409). UAE using NBCA may be a useful first-choice treatment for PPH with DIC.
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Transcatheter Arterial Embolization for Primary Postpartum Hemorrhage: Predictive Factors of Need for Embolic Material Conversion of Gelatin Sponge Particles to N-Butyl Cyanoacrylate. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2016; 40:236-244. [DOI: 10.1007/s00270-016-1496-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2016] [Accepted: 10/26/2016] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Outcomes of pelvic arterial embolization in the management of postpartum haemorrhage: a case series study and systematic review. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2016; 206:12-21. [PMID: 27612214 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2016.07.510] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2016] [Revised: 06/04/2016] [Accepted: 07/26/2016] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is an unpredictable obstetric emergency that requires a multidisciplinary approach. Pelvic arterial embolization (PAE) is considered as a second-line treatment, although the published results have not been reviewed systematically since 2007. OBJECTIVES To evaluate success and complication rates of PAE to treat PPH in the study hospital between 2009 and 2015, and to perform a systematic review of the literature on the reported efficacy and safety of PAE for the management of PPH. SEARCH STRATEGY A systematic review of articles on PAE in English or Spanish was conducted using Medline and the Cochrane Library. SELECTION CRITERIA All published articles assessing success and complication rates of PAE in cases of PPH. The search was restricted to articles published in English or Spanish between 2000 and 2015, with at least 25 cases. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Obstetric variables, maternal haemodynamic state, pre-/postembolization management, technique-related variables, post-PAE evolution and complications were recorded in the case series study. Study characteristics, success rates and PAE-related complication rates were recorded in the systematic review. MAIN RESULTS The case series included 29 patients. The majority of these patients were primiparous, with singleton term pregnancies and spontaneous labour. Caesarean section was performed in 62.1% of patients undergoing PAE for PPH. PAE was successful in 89.6% [95% confidence interval (CI) 78.3-100] of cases. Twenty studies were included in the systematic review, providing data from 1739 patients. PAE was successful in 89.4% (95% CI 87.9-90.9) of cases. The mortality rate was 0.9%, and other major complications were uncommon (1.8%). CONCLUSIONS PAE was found to be a minimally invasive, highly successful and safe technique for the management of PPH. It should be considered in PPH refractory to initial treatment.
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Soro MAP, Denys A, de Rham M, Baud D. Short & long term adverse outcomes after arterial embolisation for the treatment of postpartum haemorrhage: a systematic review. Eur Radiol 2016; 27:749-762. [PMID: 27229338 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-016-4395-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2015] [Revised: 04/25/2016] [Accepted: 05/02/2016] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Arterial embolisation (AE) plays a major role in current practice in the management of postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) that fails to respond to conservative treatment. While its benefit is well known, long-term outcomes of AE have been poorly investigated. The objective of this review is to assess its potential complications and long-term effects on the patients' quality of life. METHODS Using the terms "embolisation" and "postpartum haemorrhage", we searched the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Medline and PubMed for published studies. We limited the search to articles in English and French reporting "complications", "fertility", "menstruation" or "menstrual cycle" in humans. To ensure completeness, the references of extracted articles and review articles were also searched. RESULTS The fertility rate in patients attempting another pregnancy reaches 70-80 %. Pregnancies following AE for PPH are not associated with a higher rate of intrauterine growth restriction. Pathological placentation (placenta accreta/increta/percreta) occurs more frequently after AE than in the general population. Psychological wellbeing, post-traumatic stress and sexual dysfunction after a life-threatening PPH requiring AE will require further investigation. CONCLUSION AE does not appear to adversely affect menstrual cycle, fertility and subsequent pregnancies, but may affect placentation. The experience of a life-threatening PPH, however, might prevent couples from pursuing another pregnancy. KEY POINTS • Embolisation for PPH does not adversely affect menstrual cycle and fertility • Experience of life-threatening PPH might prevent couples from pursuing another pregnancy • Pathological placentation seems to occur more frequently after embolisation for PPH.
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- Marie-Aimée Päivi Soro
- Materno-Fetal & Obstetrics Research Unit, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois (CHUV), 1011, Lausanne, Switzerland.,Department of Radiology, University Hospital, 1011, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital, 1011, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Materno-Fetal & Obstetrics Research Unit, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois (CHUV), 1011, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Materno-Fetal & Obstetrics Research Unit, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois (CHUV), 1011, Lausanne, Switzerland.
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Lai BMH, Shum JSF, Chu CY, Lo SSW, Lau KY. Predictors of the success and failure of emergency pelvic artery embolisation for primary postpartum haemorrhage: a 12-year review. Singapore Med J 2016; 58:272-278. [PMID: 27090601 DOI: 10.11622/smedj.2016079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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INTRODUCTION This study aimed to identify predictors of the outcome and clinical efficacy of emergency pelvic artery embolisation (PAE) for primary postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) and to assess the post-embolisation fertility of PAE patients in a regional hospital setting. METHODS A 12-year retrospective study of patients undergoing emergency PAE was conducted at a regional acute general hospital. Clinical and procedural parameters, clinical outcomes and post-embolisation pregnancy success rates were analysed. RESULTS There were 47,221 deliveries at the hospital during the study period, of which 33 patients required urgent PAE for primary PPH. The technical success rate of embolisation was 97.0% (n = 32). Clinically adequate haemostasis was achieved by a single embolisation procedure in 24 (72.7%) patients; the remaining eight eventually required surgery to achieve cessation of bleeding. Among the parameters studied, multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that pre-embolisation platelet count (p = 0.036) and maternal age (p = 0.019) were the only significant independent predictors of embolisation failure. Only two patients successfully conceived after PAE, although one of them had an ectopic pregnancy. CONCLUSION Emergency PAE is an effective measure to arrest life-threatening bleeding in patients with primary PPH. As low pre-embolisation platelet count and advanced maternal age are associated with higher odds of embolisation failure, careful post-embolisation monitoring may be required for such patients. Embolisation also allows subsequent pregnancy. However, further studies are required to assess the outcomes of post-embolisation pregnancies.
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- Department of Radiology, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital, Hong Kong
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- Department of Radiology, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital, Hong Kong
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- Department of Radiology, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital, Hong Kong
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- Department of Radiology, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital, Hong Kong
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Woodhams R. The role of interventional radiology in primary postpartum hemorrhage. HYPERTENSION RESEARCH IN PREGNANCY 2016. [DOI: 10.14390/jsshp.hrp2015-016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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- Reiko Woodhams
- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Kitasato University School of Medicine
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Interventional radiology for critical hemorrhage in obstetrics: Japanese Society of Interventional Radiology (JSIR) procedural guidelines. Jpn J Radiol 2015; 33:233-40. [DOI: 10.1007/s11604-015-0399-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2014] [Accepted: 01/29/2015] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Soyer P, Dohan A, Dautry R, Guerrache Y, Ricbourg A, Gayat E, Boudiaf M, Sirol M, Ledref O. Transcatheter Arterial Embolization for Postpartum Hemorrhage: Indications, Technique, Results, and Complications. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2015; 38:1068-81. [DOI: 10.1007/s00270-015-1054-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2014] [Accepted: 01/07/2015] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Pelage JP, Fohlen A, Le Pennec V. Place de l’embolisation artérielle en cas d’hémorragie du post-partum. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014; 43:1063-82. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jgyn.2014.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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