Oxytocin and molar pregnancy surgery

Oxytocin is often given during or after removal of a molar pregnancy to help reduce bleeding. Oxytocin is a medication used to make the uterus contract. It is similar to the substance that the body produces to start labor contractions.


Author: Kathe Gallagher, MSW Last Updated: October 29, 2007
Medical Review: Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine
Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology

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