Cost-effectiveness of uterine tamponade devices for the treatment of postpartum hemorrhage: A systematic review

Abstract

Background: Uterine tamponade is widely promoted for treating refractory postpartum hemorrhage (PPH); however, its cost-effectiveness may vary depending on unit costs and setting. Objective: To review available data on cost-effectiveness of uterine tamponade devices when used for PPH treatment. Search strategy: PubMed and EMBASE were searched (1980 to January 2020), as well as the National Health Services Economic Evaluation database from inception (1995) to March 2015. Selection criteria: Eligible studies were any type of economic evaluation, or effectiveness studies that provided cost or economic data. Data collection and analysis: Two reviewers independently screened studies, extracted da..