Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology : the journal of the Institute of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
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Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is the leading cause of maternal death worldwide. In the developing countries, it is responsible for the death of about 125 000 women each year. ⋯ This article focuses on the prevention and management of primary PPH and highlights recent developments. Relevant current literature using the MEDLINE search strategy was examined.