Factors associated with postpartum hemorrhage maternal morbidity and mortality in Minia city hospitals a cross-sectional epidemiological survey

Abstract

Primary post-partum hemorrhage (PPH) is defined as excessive vaginal bleeding that occurs in the first 24 hours after delivery. Traditionally the definition of PPH has been blood loss in excess of 500 mL after vaginal delivery and in excess of 1000 mL after abdominal delivery (Leduc et al., 2009). Aim of the Work: The aim of this study is: To assess factors associated with maternal morbidity and mortality in patients with postpartum hemorrhage in Minia city hospitals. Patients And Methods: The study was carried out at 3 hospitals (Maternity hospital of Minia university, Minia General hospital and Misr Al-horra hospital), Minia governorate Egypt. Results: This study was carried out at 3 hospitals (University hospital, Al-Ameri hospital and Misr Al-horra hospital) in Minia governorate Egypt. The study included a total of 308 women with age range (16-41) years who attended or referred to the 3 chosen hospitals during the study period. We excluded 8 cases.