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Antenatal Evaluation, Hospital Preparedness, and Clinical Experience

Committee opinion no. 590: Preparing for clinical emergencies in obstetrics and gynecology. (opens new window)

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Committee on Patient Safety and Quality Improvement.

Source‎: Obstet Gynecol 2014;123(3):722-5.

Indexed‎: PubMed 24553170

DOI‎: 10.1097/01.AOG.0000444442.04111.c6

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24553170 (opens new window)

Preparedness for postpartum hemorrhage: an obstetric hemorrhage equipment tray. (opens new window)

Baskett TF.

Source‎: In: Arulkumaran S, Karoshi M, Keith LG, Lalonde AB, B-Lynch C, editors. A Comprehensive Textbook of Postpartum Hemorrhage: An Essential Clinical Reference for Effective Management. 2nd Edition. London; Sapiens Publishing; 2012. p. 314-7.

Indexed‎: ISBN 978-0-9552282-7-8

https://www.glowm.com/pdf/PPH_2nd_edn_Chap-37.pdf (opens new window)

Women who decline blood during labour: Review of findings and lessons learnt from 52 years of Confidential Enquiries into maternal mortality in the United Kingdom (1962-2019). (opens new window)

Berg L, Dave A, Fernandez N, Brooks B, Madgwick K, Govind A, Yoong W

Source‎: Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2022;271:20-6.

Indexed‎: PubMed 35131631

DOI‎: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2022.01.028

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35131631/ (opens new window)

Prenatal identification of invasive placentation using ultrasound: systematic review and meta-analysis. (opens new window)

D'Antonio F, Iacovella C, Bhide A.

Source‎: Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol 2013;42(5):509-17.

Indexed‎: PubMed 23943408

DOI‎: 10.1002/uog.13194

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23943408 (opens new window)

Clinical validation of risk stratification criteria for peripartum hemorrhage. (opens new window)

Dilla AJ, Waters JH, Yazer MH.

Source‎: Obstet Gynecol 2013;122(1):120-6.

Indexed‎: PubMed 23743452

DOI‎: 10.1097/AOG.0b013e3182941c78

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23743452 (opens new window)

Jehovah's Witnesses and those who refuse blood transfusion. (opens new window)

El-Hamamy E, Newman DS.

Source‎: In: Arulkumaran S, Karoshi M, Keith LG, Lalonde AB, B-Lynch C, editors. A Comprehensive Textbook of Postpartum Hemorrhage: An Essential Clinical Reference for Effective Management. 2nd Edition. London; Sapiens Publishing; 2012. p. 587-601.

Indexed‎: ISBN 978-0-9552282-7-8

https://www.glowm.com/pdf/PPH_2nd_edn_Chap-72.pdf (opens new window)

Optimizing outcomes through protocols, multidisciplinary drills, and simulation. (opens new window)

Fuchs KM, Miller RS, Berkowitz RL.

Source‎: Semin Perinatol 2009;33(2):104-8.

Indexed‎: PubMed 19324239

DOI‎: 10.1053/j.semperi.2008.12.002

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19324239 (opens new window)

Guidelines for the management of vasa previa. (opens new window)

Gagnon R, Morin L, Bly S, Butt K, Cargill YM, Denis N, Hietala-Coyle MA, Lim KI, Ouellet A, Raciot MH, Salem S; Diagnostic Imaging Committee, Hudon L, Basso M, Bos H, Delisle MF, Farine D, Grabowska K, Menticoglou S, Mundle W, Murphy-Kaulbeck L, Pressey T, Roggensack A; Maternal Fetal Medicine Committee, Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada.

Source‎: J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2009;31(8):748-60.

Indexed‎: PubMed 19772710

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19772710 (opens new window)

Preventing deaths due to haemorrhage. (opens new window)

Hofmeyr GJ, Qureshi Z.

Source‎: Best Pract Res Clin Obstet Gynaecol 2016;36:68-82.

Indexed‎: PubMed 27450867

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27450867 (opens new window)

Frequency of inherited bleeding disorders in women with menorrhagia. (opens new window)

Kadir RA, Economides DL, Sabin CA, Owens D, Lee CA.

Source‎: Lancet 1998;351(9101):485-9.

Indexed‎: PubMed 9482440

DOI‎: 10.1016/S0140-6736(97)08248-2

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9482440 (opens new window)

Managing the ten most common life-threatening scenarios associated with postpartum hemorrhage. (opens new window)

Karoshi M, Palacios-Jaraquemada JM, Keith LG.

Source‎: In: Arulkumaran S, Karoshi M, Keith LG, Lalonde AB, B-Lynch C, editors. A Comprehensive Textbook of Postpartum Hemorrhage: An Essential Clinical Reference for Effective Management. 2nd Edition. London; Sapiens Publishing; 2012. p. 3-18.

Indexed‎: ISBN 978-0-9552282-7-8

https://www.glowm.com/pdf/PPH_2nd_edn_Chap-01.pdf (opens new window)

Evaluation of risk-assessment tools for severe postpartum hemorrhage in women undergoing cesarean delivery. (opens new window)

Kawakita T, Mokhtari N, Huang JC, Landy HJ

Source‎: Obstet Gynecol 2019;134(6):1308-16.

Indexed‎: PubMed 31764744

DOI‎: 10.1097/AOG.0000000000003574

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31764744 (opens new window)

Active management of the third stage of labour: prevention and treatment of postpartum hemorrhage. (opens new window)

Leduc D; Clinical Practice Obstetrics Committee; Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada.

Source‎: J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2009;31(10):980-93.

Indexed‎: PubMed 19941729

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19941729 (opens new window)

Blood-conservation strategies in a blood-refusal parturient with placenta previa and placenta percreta. (opens new window)

Mauritz AA, Dominguez JE, Guinn NR, Gilner J, Habib AS.

Source‎: A A Case Rep 2016;6(5):111-3.

Indexed‎: PubMed 26556107

DOI‎: 10.1213/XAA.0000000000000258

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26556107 (opens new window)

Optimization of competency in obstetrical emergencies: a role for simulation training. (opens new window)

Monod C, Voekt CA, Gisin M, Gisin S, Hoesli IM.

Source‎: Arch Gynecol Obstet 2014;289(4):733-8.

Indexed‎: PubMed 24346119

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24346119 (opens new window)

Bloodless management of postpartum hemorrhage and Jehovah's Witnesses. (opens new window)

Nguyen TN, Boyd ME

Source‎: J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2019;41(6):743-4.

Indexed‎: PubMed 31126430

DOI‎: 10.1016/j.jogc.2019.03.020

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31126430 (opens new window)

Predelivery maternal fibrinogen as a predictor of blood loss after vaginal delivery. (opens new window)

Niepraschk-von Dollen K, Bamberg C, Henkelmann A, Mickley L, Kaufner L, Henrich W, Pauly F.

Source‎: Arch Gynecol Obstet 2016;294(4):745-51.

Indexed‎: PubMed 26899183

DOI‎: 10.1007/s00404-016-4031-z

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26899183 (opens new window)

Didactic and simulation nontechnical skills team training to improve perinatal patient outcomes in a community hospital. (opens new window)

Riley W, Davis S, Miller K, Hansen H, Sainfort F, Sweet R.

Source‎: Jt Comm J Qual Patient Saf 2011;37(8):357-64.

Indexed‎: PubMed 21874971

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21874971 (opens new window)

Emergency postpartum hysterectomy for uncontrolled postpartum bleeding: a systematic review. (opens new window)

Rossi AC, Lee RH, Chmait RH.

Source‎: Obstet Gynecol 2010;115(3):637-44.

Indexed‎: PubMed 20177297

DOI‎: 10.1097/AOG.0b013e3181cfc007

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20177297 (opens new window)

Surgical intervention in the management of postpartum hemorrhage. (opens new window)

Shah M, Wright JD.

Source‎: Semin Perinatol 2009;33(2):109-15.

Indexed‎: PubMed 19324240

DOI‎: 10.1053/j.semperi.2008.12.006

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19324240 (opens new window)

Comprehensive maternal hemorrhage protocols reduce the use of blood products and improve patient safety. (opens new window)

Shields LE, Wiesner S, Fulton J, Pelletreau B.

Source‎: Am J Obstet Gynecol 2015;212(3):272-80.

Indexed‎: PubMed 25025944

DOI‎: 10.1016/j.ajog.2014.07.012

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25025944 (opens new window)

Improving hospital systems for the care of women with major obstetric hemorrhage. (opens new window)

Skupski DW, Lowenwirt IP, Weinbaum FI, Brodsky D, Danek M, Eglinton GS.

Source‎: Obstet Gynecol 2006;107(5):977-83.

Indexed‎: PubMed 16648399

DOI‎: 10.1097/01.AOG.0000215561.68257.c5

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16648399 (opens new window)

Antenatal diagnosis of placenta accreta leads to reduced blood loss. (opens new window)

Tikkanen M, Paavonen J, Loukovaara M, Stefanovic V.

Source‎: Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand 2011;90(10):1140-6.

Indexed‎: PubMed 21488840

DOI‎: 10.1111/j.1600-0412.2011.01147.x

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21488840 (opens new window)

Risk factors for uterine atony/postpartum hemorrhage requiring treatment after vaginal delivery. (opens new window)

Wetta LA, Szychowski JM, Seals S, Mancuso MS, Biggio JR, Tita AT.

Source‎: Am J Obstet Gynecol 2013;209(1):51.e1-6.

Indexed‎: PubMed 23507549

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23507549 (opens new window)