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Puerperal genital haematoma: a commonly missed diagnosis
Author(s) -
Mawhinney Sandra,
Holman Ruth
Publication year - 2007
Publication title -
the obstetrician and gynaecologist
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1744-4667
pISSN - 1467-2561
DOI - 10.1576/toag.9.3.195.27341
Subject(s) - medicine , sex organ , etiology , gynecology , obstetrics , obstetrics and gynaecology , general surgery , intensive care medicine , pregnancy , pathology , genetics , biology
Key content• Although uncommon, puerperal genital haematomas can be associated with serious maternal morbidity. • An abnormally high level of perineal pain following childbirth is a hallmark symptom. • The primary aims of treatment are to prevent further blood loss and correct hypovolaemia. • There is debate regarding the optimal management of genital haematoma.Learning objectives• To understand the aetiology of puerperal genital haematoma. • To recognise the signs and symptoms and know how they are classified according to their location. • To learn about the most appropriate methods of treatment.Ethical issues• How should we choose the most appropriate treatment when research on the condition is scarce? • Should resources be used to ensure interventional radiology services are available to all maternity units?Please cite this article as: Mawhinney S, Holman R. Puerperal genital haematoma: a commonly missed diagnosis. The Obstetrician & Gynaecologist 2007;9:195–200.