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External aortic compression

the problem

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One out of ten parturients world wide develop severe bleeding after delivery (>500 ml), referred to as postpartum haemorrhage.

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Postpartum heamorrhage is a potentially life treathening condition and requires emergency intervention.

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Established medical practices for treatment depend on cost-driving medicine and blood transfusion.

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Postpartum haemorrhage is the primary cause of maternal mortality.

the solution

External aortic compression is a simple maneuver where aorta is compressed against the spinal column to reduce bleeding.

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The blood vessels to the uterus originate below the compressed area and the bloodflow is effectively stopped.

Temporarily bleeding control at an early stage allows cause-oriented treatment without severe blood loss.

It inhibits escaltion of the bleeding and minimizes risks, the necessity for medication and blood transfusions, as well as the requirement for postpartum surgery and other complications.

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