This presentation will outline the utilisation of intraoperative cell salvage (IOCS) in Women's Health with a focus on its use in the obstetric setting. Information regarding the history and development of this technique, the "how" and "why" and "when" you would use cell salvage and the potential benefits and risks will be discussed along with the practical differences that are required when using IOCS in obstetrics. Information will be provided on the current literature and resources available for IOCS.