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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Jun 2009
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyRectal 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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