[Modified technique b-lynch compression suture with uterine atony].

BACKGROUNDS: One of the leading causes of death in the worldwide is postpartum hemorrhage, one of the surgical resources is the use of uterine compression suture described by Christopher B-Lynch and some modifications of the technique.

OBJECTIVE

To review the effectiveness of the modified technique describd by B-Lynch in early postpartum hemorrhage secondary to uterine atony refractory to medical treatment.

MATERIAL AND

METHODS

We performed a descriptive and case study of cases of uterine atony treated with the B-Lynch modified technique in our center between march 2012 to september 2013.

RESULTS

Hemorrhage was resolved in 21 patients. Obstetric hysterectomy was required in the remaining of two patient.

CONCLUSIONS

The B-Lynch modified technique by our group is effective, safe and rapid in the treatment of uterine atony. However, obstetric hysterectomy may be required as a last resort when all other uterine- conserving techniques have failed.