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  • Public Health

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  • Maternal mortality remains a critical public health issue globally.
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  • Data from 2016-2018 reveals trends in stroke-related maternal mortality.

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  • To analyze the incidence, characteristics, and contributing factors of maternal deaths due to stroke.
  • To assess the quality of care and identify potential preventability in these cases.

Summary:

  • Twenty maternal deaths were attributed to stroke between 2016-2018, representing 7.4% of all maternal deaths.
  • Hemorrhagic stroke was the predominant type (85%). Most strokes occurred postpartum (45%) or during pregnancy (40%).
  • Non-optimal care was noted in 56% of cases, with potential avoidability in 24%. Delays in brain imaging and inadequate monitoring were key issues.

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  • Highlights the need for improved stroke recognition and management in obstetric care.
  • Informs strategies to reduce maternal mortality by addressing preventable factors.
  • Emphasizes the importance of timely neuroimaging and intensive care monitoring for pregnant and postpartum women.