Postpartum haemorrhage

Welcome to this Core Knowledge course on Postpartum haemorrhage.

When you have completed this course, you will be able to:

• Recognise the importance of defining the severity of PPH
• Identify risk factors that contribute to PPH
• Explain the importance of treating anaemia during the antenatal period
• Apply your knowledge of PPH effectively in clinical practice
• Recognise strategies for PPH prevention
• Discuss the importance of a clear multidisciplinary management protocol
• Learn the various techniques for the control of PPH
• Recognise the appropriate use of blood and blood products
• Describe the procedure for removing a retained placenta
• Explain the pharmacology of uterotonics.