Intraoperative uterine artery embolization without fetal radiation exposure in patients with placenta previa totalis: Two case reports.
- Author:
Hae Jeng LIM
1
;
Ju Yeong KIM
;
Young Dae KIM
;
Jee Yoon PARK
;
Joon Seok HONG
Author Information
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords: Intraoperative; Uterine artery embolization; Placenta previa; Cesarean section; Hemorrhage
- MeSH: Cesarean Section; Female; Hemorrhage; Humans; Placenta; Placenta Previa; Postpartum Hemorrhage; Pregnancy; Uterine Artery; Uterine Artery Embolization
- From:Obstetrics & Gynecology Science 2013;56(1):45-49
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: Embolization of the uterine arteries is a valuable method for controlling postpartum hemorrhage. There have been recent attempts to apply this tool as a means of controlling bleeding during Cesarean section, especially in patients with placenta previa. However, the benefits are controversial due to lack of randomized controlled studies, no evidence of significant improved outcomes, and potential harm including radiation exposure. This paper includes two case reports of intraoperative uterine artery embolization without fetal radiation exposure in patients with placenta previa totalis.
