An experimental study on effectiveness of non-pneumatic anti shock garment among severe postpartum hemorrhage in 108 ambulances

Introduction: Postpartum hemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal mortality. PPH is commonly defined as a blood loss of 500ml or more within 24 hours after birth. Most deaths resulting from PPH occur during the first 24 hours after birth. World health organization statistics suggest that 25% of maternal deaths are due to PPH. The non- pneumatic anti- shock garment is used to prevent hypovolemic shock. We studied its efficacy for reducing maternal deaths due to postpartum hemorrhage by using them for cases of PPH transported in ambulance. Objectives of the study 1. To assess the total no.of pregnancy cases transported in 108 ambulances. 2. To identify the total no.of PPH cases transported in 108 ambulances. 3. To evaluate the critical cases of PPH. 4. To determine the utilization of NASG in PPH cases. 5. To evaluate the effectiveness in the utilization of NASG in PPH cases. Methodology: Experimental design was adopted. 21 cases of post-partum hemorrhage, transported by GVK EMRI 108 ambulances were selected by convenient sampling. Results: Finding of the study revealed that, PPH cases transported with NASG (98%) were lives saved. Conclusion: Utilization of NASG prevents blood loss, helps mother recover from hypovolemic shock and keeps them alive while they are being transported to a tertiary care center for definitive treatment even if it is long distance/ duration transport.