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    Identifying severe maternal morbidity is crucial for preventing maternal deaths and improving care. A two-step screening and review process helps detect these critical cases for quality improvement opportunities.

    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Public Health
    • Healthcare Quality Improvement

    Background:

    • Severe maternal morbidity (SMM) is highly preventable, mirroring maternal mortality rates.
    • SMM represents near-miss events for maternal death, highlighting critical care gaps.
    • Effective identification of SMM is vital for preventing mortality and reducing recurrent adverse outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline a systematic process for identifying and reviewing cases of severe maternal morbidity.
    • To emphasize the importance of quality review for SMM, analogous to maternal mortality reviews.
    • To provide a framework for healthcare institutions to detect and manage SMM effectively.

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    • A two-step screening and review process is proposed for efficient detection of SMM.

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  • Recommendations are built upon existing guidelines from peer organizations.

    • Main Results:

    • The proposed process facilitates the efficient detection of severe maternal morbidity.
    • It ensures that each identified case undergoes a thorough review to assess care quality.
    • The approach highlights opportunities for preventing severe maternal injuries and deaths.

    Conclusions:

    • Severe maternal morbidity cases warrant quality review to prevent mortality and improve patient outcomes.
    • Healthcare systems should adopt or develop criteria for screening and reviewing SMM.
    • Implementing a structured review process is essential for enhancing maternal healthcare quality and safety.