Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada : JOGC = Journal d'obstétrique et gynécologie du Canada : JOGC
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J Obstet Gynaecol Can · Oct 2010
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyRandomized comparison of goserelin versus suction curettage prior to Thermachoice II balloon endometrial ablation: one-year results.
To evaluate the clinical outcomes following the use of goserelin and suction curettage prior to ThermaChoice II balloon endometrial ablation to treat menorrhagia. ⋯ At one year after ThermaChoice II treatment, 88.5% of women had normal menstrual bleeding or less. There was a non-significant trend (a lower Higham score) towards superiority of goserelin therapy before ablation compared with curettage.
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J Obstet Gynaecol Can · Oct 2010
Case ReportsPostpartum hemorrhage in a Jehovah's Witness patient controlled with Tisseel, tranexamic acid, and recombinant factor VIIa.
The management of a patient refusing blood transfusion who subsequently experiences a severe postpartum hemorrhage is a particular clinical challenge. ⋯ Optimal management of a patient refusing administration of blood products requires a multidisciplinary approach as well as a combination of traditional and novel therapies.