Safety and Efficacy of Misoprostol versus Oxytocin for the Prevention of Postpartum Hemorrhage

Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is the commonest cause of maternal death worldwide. Studies suggest that the use of misoprostol may be beneficial in clinical settings where oxytocin is unavailable. The aim of this study was to compare the safety and efficacy of oxytocin and misoprostol when used in the...

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Main Authors: Minoo Rajaei, Samieh Karimi, Zohreh Shahboodaghi, Hamidreza Mahboobi, Tahereh Khorgoei, Farzam Rajaei
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2014-01-01
Series:Journal of Pregnancy
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/713879