Peripartum Haemorrhage, Diagnosis and Therapy. Guideline of the DGGG, OEGGG and SGGG (S2k Level, AWMF Registry No. 015/063, March 2016)

. 2018 Apr 26;78(4):382–399. doi: 10.1055/a-0582-0122

Consensus-based Statement 6.S4
Note: Postpartum uterine atony and uterine haemorrhage are life-threatening pathologies and the administration of misoprostol is urgently indicated if no other alternatives are available, until patients can receive obstetric/ gynaecological treatment. In this context the side effects and contraindications must be carefully considered (benefits and drawbacks weighed up). Close haemodynamic monitoring is essential when misoprostol is administered.

Consensus-based Statement 6.S4

Expert consensus

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Note:
Postpartum uterine atony and uterine haemorrhage are life-threatening pathologies and the administration of misoprostol is urgently indicated if no other alternatives are available, until patients can receive obstetric/ gynaecological treatment. In this context the side effects and contraindications must be carefully considered (benefits and drawbacks weighed up). Close haemodynamic monitoring is essential when misoprostol is administered.