DIU – 2023
The document is a lecture note by Professor Lanka Dasanayake, a renowned Obstetrics & Gynaecology expert at the University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka. The lecture focuses on the topic of “Death In Utero” (DIU), which refers to the absence of signs of life in the uterus after 24 weeks of pregnancy. The note covers various aspects related to DIU, including causes, diagnosis, breaking bad news to the parents, management of labor and delivery, postpartum care, and management of the next pregnancy after experiencing DIU. It also includes specific instructions for clinical assessment, investigations, and management of patients who have experienced DIU. The lecture emphasizes the importance of sensitive and comprehensive care for the mother and family during this difficult time and provides detailed guidelines for medical professionals to follow in such cases.
