Exam questionKROK 2Medicine ยท 2023
After the birth of twins, the postparturient woman developed a massive hemorrhage from the natural birth canal. The placenta and birth canal are intact. The uterine fundus is located above the navel, the uterus is soft to palpation and does not respond to the administration of uterotonics. What is the most likely cause of the bleeding in this case?
Answer options
- Retained placenta
- Uterine hypotonia
- Uterine atony
- Uterine rupture
- Damage to the uterine cervix
Correct answer
Uterine atony
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