THE EFFECT OF TRANEXAMIC ACID ON REDUCING THE AMOUNT OF BLOOD LOSS DURING CESAREAN SECTION AT MATERNITY HOSPITAL IN DUHOK

Background: The Cesarean section rate is increasing worldwide. Efforts are being made to decrease Cesarean section which may lead to many complications. World Health Organization recent guidelines recommended the administration of Tranexamic acid to decrease the amount of blood loss and treat postpartum hemorrhage to reduce the risk of severe anemia and the need for blood transfusion.