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Semin intervent Radiol 2013; 30(04): 333-339
DOI: 10.1055/s-0033-1359726
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Endovascular Therapies for Primary Postpartum Hemorrhage: Techniques and Outcomes

Matthew G. Gipson
1   Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Colorado, Denver Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado
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Mitchell T. Smith
1   Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Colorado, Denver Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado
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20 November 2013 (online)

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Abstract

Interventional radiologists are often consulted for acute management of hemorrhagic complications in obstetric and gynecologic patients. The aim of this article is to review the common indications for vascular embolization in obstetric and gynecologic emergencies, specifically in the setting of primary postpartum hemorrhage, and to discuss the technique and outcomes of endovascular treatment.

Keywords

postpartum hemorrhage - endovascular - embolization - balloon occlusion catheter
 

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