Case ReportInternational Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology

Publication:
Successful reduction of acute puerperal uterine inversion with use of Bakri postpartum balloon

Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2020;9(6):2591-2594.DOI10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20202353

Thumbnail Image
View on the journal's website(opens in a new tab)

Abstract

Acute puerperal inversion is rare but potentially fatal obstetric emergency and prompt recognition will enable immediate repositioning of uterus before it becomes edematous and incarcerated. Manual repositioning along with use of uterine balloon tamponade is simple and effective way for repositioning of inverted uterus as well as prevention of recurrence.

Keywords

Affiliations

  1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, ESIC Okhala, New Delhi, India

Full item record