Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH)

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated July 22, 2026

Blood Loss (Excessive)HypovolemiaAvoid HypovolemiaShockHypotensionTachycardiaAnemiaArrhythmiasHyponatremiaOptimize HydrationMassive TransfusionUterine Atony

Pathophysiology

Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is cumulative blood loss over 1,000 mL with signs or symptoms of hypovolemia within 24 hours of birth, regardless of route — the 2017 ACOG definition. More than 500 mL...

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Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH)

Pathophysiology

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