Internal Iliac Artery Ligation in Obstetrics and Gynecology: Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Considerations
The internal iliac artery (IIA) is the main arterial vessel of the pelvis. It supplies the pelvic viscera, pelvic walls, perineum, and gluteal region. In cases of severe obstetrical or gynecologic hemorrhage, IIA ligation can be a lifesaving procedure. Regrettably, IIA ligation has not gained widesp...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-12-01
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| Series: | Clinics and Practice |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2039-7283/14/1/5 |