Delays to intrapartum intervention once fetal compromise is suspected

This review aimed to identify improvements in maternity care to help reduce the risk of delays in crucial interventions during labour when a baby is suspected to be unwell. It was compiled after a review of 289 maternity investigations into intrapartum stillbirths, neonatal deaths and potential severe brain injuries. In 14.9 per cent of cases the delay was a contributory factor. The review identified issues such as inadequate staffing, poor infrastructure and high workload as contributory factors to the delays.
Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH) - Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news