A review of the preventability of maternal mortality in one hospital system in Louisiana, USA

Morong, James J.; Martin, Jane; Ware, Robert S.; Robichaux, Alfred G.

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“…Nachfolgend wurden in einigen Staaten der USA wie in Kalifornien [48], in Illinois [49] und in Louisiana [50] weitere Analysen zur Vermeidbarkeit von Müttersterbefällen (bis 1 Jahr nach der Geburt) durchgeführt (vgl. ▶Tab.…”

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Müttersterbefälle weltweit rückläufig, aber häufig vermeidbar!

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Tsikouras

2018

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According to data from the WHO, maternal mortality ratio has dropped worldwide by 44% between 1990 and 2015, yet more than 300,000 mothers still die annually, about 99% of them in the developing countries. In some developed countries the incidence of maternal deaths has even increased during the past 2 decades. The leading causes of direct maternal deaths are haemorrhage (nearly 3-quarters from postpartum haemorrhage), pulmonary embolism including amniotic fluid embolism, and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy; the leading cause of indirect maternal deaths is cardiac disease of the mother. The most important step to prevent maternal deaths is the accurate evaluation of each death by a multidisciplinary committee of independent experts, followed by consensus-based agreement on the underlying cause of death, the quality of care, and whether or not the death was preventable. The UK Confidential Enquiries into Maternal Deaths and Morbidity are internationally recognized as the 'gold standard' in maternal mortality surveillance. Considering the 11 studies from different developed countries, nearly 50% of direct maternal deaths (range: 26-75%) are potentially preventable, most often those due to postpartum haemorrhage and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, and the fewest of all due to amniotic fluid embolisms. The crucial point is to learn from failures leading to maternal deaths: each obstetric unit should scrutinise if and where the need for improvement exists to prevent severe maternal morbidity and mortality.

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Müttersterbefälle weltweit rückläufig, aber häufig vermeidbar!

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Tsikouras

2018

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“…Early and comprehensive prenatal care is crucial in the United States to minim-ize the likelihood of negative outcomes for both the mother and the baby (Morong, Martin, Ware, & Robichaux, 2017;Waits, Smith, & Hurst, 2020;Wallace, Dyer, Felker-Kantor, Benno, Vilda, Harville, & Theall (2021). Studies have shown a significant number of pregnancy complications in the country, with a majority of women experiencing at least one complication (Law, McCoy, Lynen, Curkendall, Gatwood, Juneau, & Landsman-Blumberg (2015).…”

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Pregnant Persons Desired Needs for Patient-Centered-Care in Louisiana: A Mind Genomics Cognitive Science Analysis

McKinley

2024

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The importance of utilizing prenatal care cannot be overstated when it comes to ensuring a healthy pregnancy and positive birth outcomes. Unfortunately, Louisiana has higher rates of infant and maternal mortality compared to other states in the United States. However, patient-centered care (PCC) has been proven to have a positive impact on prenatal outcomes. In a groundbreaking study, Mind Genomics TM cognitive science was used to examine and identify the maternal mindsets associated with prenatal PCC needs. In June 2023, a cross-sectional web-based survey was conducted, involving three hundred pregnant women from Louisiana. The majority of the participants (83.9%) were first-time mothers, and they were divided into two distinct mindsets: I) those who prioritize birth outcomes and trust their healthcare provider (n = 142), and II) those who prioritize interactive communication for a safe pregnancy (n = 158). It is evident that there are women in Louisiana who highly value prenatal PCC through effective communication with their healthcare provider, while others prioritize finding a trustworthy and reliable provider before becoming a patient. Healthcare providers who focus on their reputation, prioritize quality interactions, and instill confidence in the safety of pregnancy and birth throughout their practice will resonate with individuals in either mindset.

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Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult Series #54: Assessing the risk of maternal morbidity and mortality

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Pettker

Louis

2021

American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology

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A review of the preventability of maternal mortality in one hospital system in Louisiana, USA

Abstract: The factors most predictive of mortality were late entry to prenatal care, critical status requiring transfer from an outside facility, and non-private insurance status.

Cited by 4 publications

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Müttersterbefälle weltweit rückläufig, aber häufig vermeidbar!

Müttersterbefälle weltweit rückläufig, aber häufig vermeidbar!

Pregnant Persons Desired Needs for Patient-Centered-Care in Louisiana: A Mind Genomics Cognitive Science Analysis

Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult Series #54: Assessing the risk of maternal morbidity and mortality

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