Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) occurs when a woman has excessive bleeding after childbirth. It is a serious condition. If not detected or treated promptly, PPH puts the mother’s life in jeopardy. Postpartum hemorrhage is one of the leading causes of maternal morbidity and maternal death.
Postpartum hemorrhage is determined by blood loss greater than:
There are several risk factors for postpartum hemorrhage. These risk factors include:
If any of these risk factors are present, medical professionals should be prepared in advance to treat postpartum hemorrhage should it occur. They should also closely monitor the mother for signs of hemorrhage. Failure to detect, timely respond, and/or treat postpartum hemorrhage could result in serious injury or death to the mother.
Uterine atony, a condition in which the uterus fails to contract following the delivery of the placenta, accounts for most cases of maternal hemorrhage. Other causes of postpartum hemorrhaging include:
To treat the hemorrhage, a medical professional may:
If PPH is not treated immediately and appropriately, the result may lead to long term health problems and/or maternal death.
If you suspect your loved one suffered injury or died due postpartum hemorrhaging, consider discussing your situation with our birth injury lawyers. You can call us at (877) 262-9767 or fill out our online contact form. Our attorneys handle cases nationwide, and have offices in Chicago, New York and Wilmington, DE.
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