Obstetric Anesthesia Glossary
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Methylergonovine
An ergot alkaloid uterotonic agent used to treat postpartum hemorrhage, contraindicated with hypertension.
Uterotonic Agent
Medication that stimulates uterine muscle contraction to control bleeding and promote uterine involution after delivery.
VBAC
Vaginal birth after cesarean section, requiring special anesthetic considerations.
Visceral Pain
Deep, poorly localized pain arising from internal organs during labor and delivery, requiring specific analgesic approac...
Whitacre Needle
A pencil-point spinal needle designed to reduce the incidence of post-dural puncture headache. Features a solid, non-cut...