Prevention of Postpartum Hemorrhage in Northern Nigeria

Abstract: 

Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) makes a significant contribution to the number of maternal deaths in Nigeria.  This brief summarizes research demonstrating misoprostol is a safe and effective means to control PPH at home births in five communities in Northern Nigeria.

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Author: 
VSI
UC Berkeley Bixby Center
Publication date: 
June 30, 2010
Publication type: 
Report

Topics

Nigeria topic page, Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) topic page, VSI Publication topic page, VSI Operations Research topic page