A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Carbetocin and Oxytocin for the Prevention of Postpartum Hemorrhage in Elective and Emergency Cesarean Deliveries
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https://doi.org/10.55529/ijprt.1299Keywords:
Postpartum hemorrhage, Carbetocin, Oxytocin, Cesarean section, Uterotonics, Randomized controlled trial.Abstract
Background: Postpartum hemorrhage(PPH) remains a leading cause of maternalmorbidity worldwide. Oxytocin is thetraditional first-line uterotonic, whereasCarbetocin, a longer-acting analogue, may offer superior uterine tone and reduced need for additional interventions.
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Attilakos G, et al. Carbetocin vs oxytocin for prevention of postpartum haemorrhage following cesarean section. BJOG. 2010;117:929–936.
Su LL, et al. Carbetocin for preventing postpartum hemorrhage: A systematic review. Obstet Gynecol. 2012;119:931–938.
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2025-11-20
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Dr. P. G. Raghavendra, Dr. Sahana P R. (2025). A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Carbetocin and Oxytocin for the Prevention of Postpartum Hemorrhage in Elective and Emergency Cesarean Deliveries. International Journal of Pharmacy Research & Technology (IJPRT), 15(2), 3734–3736. https://doi.org/10.55529/ijprt.1299
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