The traditional definition of primary PPH is the loss of 500 ml or more of blood from the genital tract within 24 hours of the birth of a baby. PPH can be minor
(500 to 1000 ml) or major ( more than 1000 mL).
-Major PPH can be further subdivided into moderate ( 1001 to 2000mL) and severe ( more than 2000mL).
-As per the RCOG Guidelines, a PPH of 1500 mL or more warrants formal incident reporting.
- An ongoing PPH of 1500 mL or more should be attended by a consultant.
The traditional definition of primary PPH is the loss of 500 ml or more of blood from the genital tract within 24 hours of the birth of a baby. PPH can be minor
(500 to 1000 ml) or major ( more than 1000 mL). Major PPH can be further subdivided into moderate ( 1001 to 2000mL) and severe ( more than 2000mL).
As per the RCOG Guidelines, a PPH of 1500 mL or more warrants formal incident reporting. An ongoing PPH of 1500 mL or more should be attended by a consultant.