International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics : the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
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To review cases of postpartum hysterectomy regarding indications, risk factors and complications and compare them with cases of emergency cesarean section. ⋯ Emergency postpartum hysterectomy is associated with significant blood loss, need for transfusion, postoperative complications and longer hospitalization partly because of its indications. The combination of prior cesarean section and current placenta previa should alert the obstetrician that an emergency postpartum hysterectomy may be needed.