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Fig., (33) Postpartum Complications Adopted From
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Prevention of puerperal sepsis:
A. Antenatal:
1. Proper diet, vitamins, and minerals.
2. anemia and diabetes should be treated.
3. local or distant infection should be treated.
4. avoid sexual intercourse late in pregnancy.
B. Intranatal:
1. Strict aseptic and antiseptic measures for the patient, attendants, and
instruments.
2. Minimize vaginal examinations.
3. Avoid bleeding and excessive blood loss should be replaced.
4. Lacerations should be properly sutured immediately.
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