Introduction

Ellavi Drape Components

Using The Ellavi Drape 

Monitoring

Disposal

Comparison Chart

the answer to PPH detection

the problem with detecting pph

  • visual estimation is biased
  • pph is under diagnosed
  • postpartum blood loss is underestimated by 30%
  • accuracy decreases as blood loss increases
  • this results in delayed treatment

  the benefits of early detection of pph*

  The Ellavi drape makes early detection possible

Improved health outcomes – less mortality

39 % less blood products required

Timeous intervention stops bleeding sooner

60% decrease in severe PPH when using a drape

how it works

placement

Positioning the indicator line on the edge of the bed ensures correct drape placement. Blood flow is channelled towards the pouch by lifting the sides of the drape.

pouch position

Long straps allow the drape to be tied to the mother without hindering breastfeeding.

foot-end – tie beneath the mother’s breasts
bed side – tie diagonally across her abdomen

post c-section

The drape is placed on the recovery bed. Transfer the mother from the theatre bed onto the drape to monitor blood loss. A pillow is placed under her knees.

pph action trigger

Markings at: >500 ml blood loss or,

>300ml blood loss + one abnormal observation