Antenatal anaesthetic assessment of obstetric patients

Publication date: Available online 24 May 2016 Source:Anaesthesia & Intensive Care Medicine Author(s): Nosakhare A. Uwubamwen, Dipali Verma Early identification and anaesthetic assessment of high-risk patients in pregnancy is important and best delivered through a formal assessment clinic. It provides the opportunity to provide information, agree management plans, and carry out necessary investigations and referrals to other specialists prior to labour and delivery. Clear referral criteria and lines of communication are necessary for an effective service.
Source: Anaesthesia and intensive care medicine - Category: Anesthesiology Source Type: research