If nonsurgical treatment for late postpartum hemorrhage is ineffective, which surgical procedure is appropriate to correct the cause of this condition?
a. Hysterectomy
b. Laparoscopy
c. Laparotomy
d. D&C
D
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A Hysterectomy is not indicated for this condition. A hysterectomy is the removal
of the uterus.
B Laparoscopy is not indicated for this condition. A laparoscopy is the insertion of
an endoscope through the abdominal wall to examine the peritoneal cavity.
C Laparotomy is not indicated for this condition. A laparotomy is a surgical
incision into the peritoneal cavity to explore the peritoneal cavity.
D D&C allows examination of the uterine contents and removal of any retained
placental fragments or blood clots.
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