A new technique: Acar's atony suture for postpartum uterine hemorrhage

Abstract Objective This study aims to define a new compression suture technique that is easy to apply and effective in stopping PPH immediately. Study Design This is a retrospective study of 22 women who received Acar's uterine compressive atony sutures at a single tertiary hospital between January 2021 and November 2023. Demographic and obstetric data were collected. Outcomes included units of blood transfused, intraoperative and postoperative adverse events, duration of hospital admission, and hysterectomy rate. Results The new suture technique was successful in all cases. Acar's atony suture effectively stopp…