Maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity are critical health issues in the United
States, with unacceptably high rates and racial, ethnic, and geographic disparities. Various …

Quantitation of blood loss after vaginal and cesarean delivery has been advocated for the
timely detection of postpartum hemorrhage and activation of protocols for resuscitation …

Background Early warning scores are designed to identify hospitalized patients who are at
high risk of clinical deterioration. Although many general scores have been developed for …

BACKGROUND: A leading cause of preventable maternal death is related to delayed
response to clinical warning signs. Electronic surveillance systems may improve detection of …

The rapid changes in clinical maternity situations that occur in a labor and delivery unit can
lead to unpredictable maternal and newborn morbidities. Cesarean section (CS) rate is a …

BACKGROUND: Postpartum hemorrhage is a leading cause of maternal mortality.
Antifibrinolytic therapy has the potential to influence outcomes in postpartum hemorrhage …

Objective We compare validation characteristics of four early warning systems for maternal
morbidity. Study Design We used a retrospective cohort of severe maternal morbidity cases …

The rates of maternal morbidity and mortality in the United States demand a comprehensive
approach to assessing pregnancy-related risks. Numerous medical and nonmedical factors …

Abstract The United States is facing a national crisis related to increasing rates of maternal
morbidity and mortality. Over the past few years, significant focus has been turned to …

Through education and continual review and analysis of evidence-based practice, a
reduction in maternal morbidity and mortality secondary to maternal sepsis should be …