Antepartum Haemorrhage (APH)
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Clinical management of Antepartum Haemorrhage (APH) in Uganda

Uganda Clinical Guidelines 2023 · all from source →

Pregnant Women

Treatment

1.

Emergency

Establish IV access (Normal Saline). DO NOT perform digital vaginal exam if Placenta Praevia suspected.

2.

Placenta Praevia

Admit. If <34 weeks, give Steroids. Deliver by C-section if bleeding uncontrolled or >37 weeks.

3.

Abruptio Placentae

Urgent C-section if baby alive. If baby dead and no contraindications, induce labour with Oxytocin.