• Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Jun 2009

    Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study

    Rectal misoprostol versus intravenous oxytocin for prevention of postpartum hemorrhage.

    • Ahmed Nasr, Ahmed Y Shahin, Ali M Elsamman, Mahmoud S Zakherah, and Omar M Shaaban.
    • Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women's Health Center, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt. a_nasr02@lycos.com
    • Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2009 Jun 1;105(3):244-7.

    ObjectiveTo assess the effectiveness of 800 microg of rectal misoprostol compared with an intravenous infusion of 5 IU of oxytocin as prophylaxis against postpartum hemorrhage (PPH).MethodsA total of 514 women in labor were randomized into two groups (257 women in each). Within 1 minute of delivery of the anterior shoulder participants in group 1 received 800 microg of rectal misoprostol and 1 ampoule of normal saline in 5 mL lactated Ringer solution intravenously; group 2 received a rectal placebo tablet and 5 IU of oxytocin in 5 mL lactated Ringer solution intravenously.ResultsBoth groups were comparable regarding the need for uterotonics, blood transfusion, and hematocrit drop of 10% or greater, 24 hours post partum (P=0.54, P=0.25, and P=0.85, respectively). Fever was significantly higher among misoprostol patients (18.7% vs 0.8%, P<0.001).ConclusionsRoutine use of 800 microg of rectal misoprostol was effective in reducing blood loss after delivery. We recommend the regimen for low-resource, busy obstetric settings.

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