This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
What should be done to reduce blood loss during myomectomy for fibroid uterus: March 2012 
Select and explain. 
A. Preoperative oral contraceptive pills administration, B. Postoperative control of hypeension, C. Tourniquet use, D. Intraoperative blood transfusion
C: Tourniquet use
Answer: C: Tourniquet use 
Explanation: Ans: C i.e. Tourniquet use administration Haemorrhage should be controlled with the myomectomy clamp. If the myomectomy clamp cannot be applied as in cervical fibroid, a rubber tourniquet will serve the purpose.