Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is the largest contributor to maternal mortality, occurring in between 1 and 5% of deliveries. Prophylactic uterotonics are widely recommended to prevent atonic hemorrhage.

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According to the WHO, postpartum hemorrhage affects approximately 14 million women globally each year, resulting in about 70,000 maternal deaths. [iStockphoto] Childbirth is not only a painful process ...

Broad global access to oxytocin, other uterotonics and oral misoprostol for PPH prevention and treatment is an important strategy to reduce PPH-related mortality. Continued institutionalization of PPH ...