A12. Uterine atony: Revision history

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26 July 2023

  • curprev 17:5417:54, 26 July 2023‎ Nikolas talk contribs‎ 2,258 bytes +2,258‎ Created page with "In normal conditions, the uterus contracts after delivery. A high uterine muscle tone is essential for compressing vessels postpartum, preventing haemorrhage. Uterine atony refers to when the uterine muscle tone is absent. It’s the most common cause of postpartum haemorrhage. If uncontrolled, it can lead to haemorrhagic shock. == Etiology == * Overdistension (macrosomia, polyhydramnios, multiple pregnancy) * Exhausted myometrium (long labour, excessive use of uterot..." Tag: Visual edit