# Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Non-obstetric Hemorrhage: A Critical Diagnostic Tool

## TL;DR

Point-of-care ultrasound helps detect rare non-obstetric bleeding in pregnant women, enabling faster treatment and saving lives.

## Contribution

Highlights the critical role of point-of-care ultrasound in diagnosing non-obstetric postpartum hemorrhage.

## Key findings

- Point-of-care ultrasound identified intra-abdominal fluid in a post-cesarean patient.
- Multidisciplinary care was essential for stabilizing the patient with non-obstetric hemorrhage.

## Abstract

Postpartum hemorrhage remains a significant contributor to maternal mortality worldwide. While obstetric causes are more common, non-obstetric intra-abdominal hemorrhage is a rare yet potentially life-threatening condition. We present a clinical case of a 35-year-old pregnant woman who underwent an elective cesarean section that subsequently developed hypovolemic shock at the post-anesthetic care unit, due to non-obstetric intra-abdominal hemorrhage. Point-of-care ultrasound proved to be an essential diagnostic tool for identifying free intra-abdominal fluid, emphasizing its importance in early hemorrhage recognition. A multidisciplinary approach involving anesthesiology, obstetrics, and surgery was crucial in resuscitating and stabilizing the patient. Early recognition and intervention are essential in managing non-obstetric postpartum hemorrhage and minimizing associated morbidity and mortality.