Puerperal Problems (Content last reviewed: 20th February 2020)

Chapter 70 - Puerperal Problems (Content last reviewed: 20th February 2020)

from Section 7 - Postnatal Problems

Published online by Cambridge University Press: 15 November 2017

Tan Thiam Chye and

Edited by

Bernard Gonik and

David James: Affiliation:
University of Nottingham
Philip Steer: Affiliation:
Imperial College London
Carl Weiner: Affiliation:
University of Kansas
Bernard Gonik: Affiliation:
Wayne State University, Detroit
Stephen Robson: Affiliation:
University of Newcastle

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Most women experience an uncomplicated postpartum period, with the majority of the physiological changes of pregnancy having resolved by 6 weeks. However, some women may develop serious complications during this time, and understanding the physiological and emotional process of recovery after birth is essential to allow prompt recognition of puerperal problems and timely action.

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Information: High-Risk Pregnancy
Management Options
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781108349185 [Opens in a new window]

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