B lynch suture for post partum heamorrhage due to uterine atony

: Uterine atony and concomittant massive haemorrhage is one of the most dangerous complications of labour. Conventional, conservative treatment approach comprising of oxytocics such as oxytocin, methergin or prostaglandins may fail in some cases, mandating surgical techniques, including hysterectomy. B Lynch compression uterine suture may be a safe and effective method of treatment in post partum heamorrhage and in most of cases may replace more complicated techniques. In this article, together with referring the technical aspects of this procedure, we present a case of successful treatment.