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Misoprostol to treat postpartum haemorrhage: a systematic review.

Authors :
Hofmeyr, G. Justus
Walraven, Gijs
Gülmezoglu, A. Metin
Maholwana, Babalwa
Alfirevic, Zarko
Villar, Jose
Source :
BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. May2005, Vol. 112 Issue 5, p547-553. 7p. 4 Charts, 1 Graph.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

Examines the route of administration and dosage of misoprostol most likely to be effective in the treatment of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH). Review of randomized controlled trials of misoprostol for PPH treatment; Overview of pharmacokinetic studies of pregnant women and non-pregnant women to oral or vaginal administration of misoprostol; Qualitative comparison of various routes of administration of misoprostol.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14700328
Volume :
112
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
17168696
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1471-0528.2004.00512.x