Does tranexamic acid reduce mortality in women with postpartum hemorrhage?
Dresang, L.; Kredit, S.; Vellardita, L.
Journal of Family Practice 68(9): E12-E13
2019
ISSN/ISBN: 1533-7294 PMID: 31725142 Document Number: 699090
When used in conjunction with the standard of care, 1 g intravenous (IV) tranexamic acid given 1 to 3 hours after delivery is associated with a significant reduction in maternal mortality from postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) (strength of recommendation: A, randomized controlled trial [RCT] and Cochrane review).
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