Antenatal Care Bundle for Preventing Stillbirths: Proposed Intervention by Stillbirth Society of India

Area of Science:

• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Maternal Health
• Public Health Interventions

Background:

• Stillbirth remains a significant global health challenge.
• Existing antenatal care guidelines may require adaptation for diverse settings.
• The Stillbirth Society of India developed a comprehensive approach to improve care.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present an evidence-based Antenatal Care Bundle to reduce stillbirths.
• To provide standardized interventions complementing WHO recommendations.
• To address critical areas like risk assessment and fetal monitoring.

Main Methods:

• Development of interventions through expert consensus and discussion.
• Grading of recommendations based on NICE guidelines for evidence levels.
• Focus on applicability in low-resource settings.

Main Results:

• The bundle includes interventions for risk assessment, maternal-fetal monitoring, and fetal growth restriction management.
• Recommendations are evidence-based and consensus-driven.
• Designed for adoption by all practitioners for standardized care.

Conclusions:

• The Antenatal Care Bundle offers a standardized, evidence-based approach to improve antenatal care.
• Implementation can lead to optimal pregnancy outcomes and reduced stillbirth rates.
• The bundle is particularly relevant for enhancing care in resource-limited environments.