Article Link Abstract Introduction Intrapartum fever, a significant cause of maternal and neonatal morbidity, often arises from ascending infections into the uterus. Digital cervical examinations may facilitate the introduction of…
Article Link Abstract Introduction Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a significant global health issue. Pregnant women with SCD are at high risk of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Among…
Article Link Abstract The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) strongly supports state maternal mortality review committees as a mechanism for comprehensive identification, review, and analysis of deaths during and within…
Article Link Abstract Sepsis-related obstetric morbidity has significant consequences and can be a precursor to maternal mortality. Diagnosing and managing obstetric sepsis is uniquely challenging but a critical target for…
Article Link Abstract This article is a report of a 2-day workshop titled “Developing an Optimal Maternal-Fetal Medicine Ultrasound Practice,” held during the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine’s 2023 Annual Pregnancy…
Article Link Abstract In the last decade, the healthcare system has changed due to circumstances such as a codification of accountable care organizations and a pivot to telemedicine during the…
Article Link Objective: In medical training, the dogma is this: the leading causes of maternal mortality are bleeding, infection, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. This is only true when violence against…
Article Link Abstract Introduction Preeclampsia is a leading cause of maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide. While screening guidelines exist to identify patients at increased risk of preeclampsia, those currently recommended…