Peripartum Subtotal Hysterectomy in Multifetal Gestation.
Paidi Naga Rachana1, Bharathna Reddy Chennuru1, Sneha Prasad1
1Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pimpri, IND.
Cureus
|September 2, 2024
Summary
Peripartum hysterectomy (PH) is a critical procedure for life-threatening obstetric hemorrhage. This case highlights its use following a Cesarean section due to severe vaginal bleeding during labor with a cervical stitch.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Maternal Health
- Surgical Interventions
Background:
- Peripartum hysterectomy (PH) is a life-saving procedure primarily indicated for severe obstetric hemorrhage.
- Obstetric hemorrhage remains a significant global cause of maternal mortality, especially in resource-limited settings.
- Cervical stitches are sometimes used during pregnancy, but can pose risks during labor.
Keywords:
di-di twin gestationgestational age. paritynear miss eventperipartum hysterectomypost partum hemorrhage

