Uterine Artery Embolization Versus Hysterectomy in Postpartum Hemorrhage: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis.
Miguel Godeiro FernandezSarah Fernandez Coutinho de CarvalhoBruna Almeida MartinsFelipe da Silva Mota SantosFernando Antonio Falcão Paixão NetoMalu Oliveira de Araujo MedeirosPatrick Bastos MetzgerPublished in: Journal of endovascular therapy : an official journal of the International Society of Endovascular Specialists (2024)
Uterine Artery Embolization is associated with a shorter hospitalization duration and reduced use of red blood cell units when compared with hysterectomy in refractory postpartum hemorrhage. Although demonstrating similar mortality rates, these findings, together with fertility preservation, support the method incorporation as a valuable option in obstetric services.