Foley Catheter for Uterine Suction (FOCUS)
A simple, low-cost technique for postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) control
The FOCUS method uses a Foley catheter connected to suction to manage uterine bleeding after vaginal delivery, cesarean section, miscarriage, or abortion.
It’s off-label, but relies on readily available equipment in nearly every hospital or clinic already commonly used to treat PPH.
Step-by-step instructions, videos, and printable multilingual guides for clinicians.
Submit your case to the FOCUS PPH registry
Join a global network of providers contributing real-world data on this innovative hemorrhage control method.
We’re collecting prospective cases where vacuum-induced uterine tamponade was used with a Foley catheter where other techniques or devices weren’t suitable or available.
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