Abstract
The management of life-threatening menorrhagia presents a significant clinical challenge, particularly in cases where surgical intervention is contraindicated or refused. Intrauterine balloon tamponade has been widely used in postpartum hemorrhage, but its application in non-pregnant patients remains less well-documented. We report a series of four cases where intrauterine balloon tamponade was successfully utilized for prolonged durations in patients presenting with severe menorrhagia, demonstrating its efficacy and safety in non-pregnant individuals.
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