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Resource for Managing Postpartum Hemorrhage and Pre-eclampsia/Eclampsia Now Available in French!

We are excited to announce that the Obstetric Emergency Drills Training Kit, a free resource available for clinicians worldwide, is now available in French! The Obstetric Emergency Drills Trainer’s Manual and accompanying resources were developed by the Institute for Clinical Effectiveness and Health Policy in Argentina and the Maternal Health Task Force. It is our hope that, when combined, these resources will be invaluable for clinicians seeking ways to prepare for obstetric emergencies and manage postpartum hemorrhage and pre-eclampsia/eclampsia…read more

The Current State of Pre-eclampsia/Eclampsia Prevention and Treatment

In Kenya and Nigeria, hypertensive disorders such as pre-eclampsia/eclampsia are the leading cause of pregnancy-related deaths. In Bangladesh, Pakistan and Ethiopia, hypertensive disorders are among the top three causes. But despite the high fatality rate, deaths from pre-eclampsia/eclampsia are entirely preventable. Early detection, diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing mortality due to pre-eclampsia/eclampsia…read more

Community Perceptions of Pre-eclampsia/Eclampsia in Four Low- and Middle-Income Countries

Reproductive Health recently published a series of research articles describing community perceptions of pre-eclampsia/eclampsia in four low- and middle-income countries: India, Mozambique, Nigeria, and Pakistan. Each study was conducted between 2011 and 2014 using qualitative methods. Participants in these communities used different terminology to describe symptoms of pre-eclampsia/eclampsia, often separating hypertension during pregnancy from seizures during pregnancy. However, participants from each of these communities displayed a basic understanding of the dangers of these conditions, acknowledging that they can lead to death of the mother or newborn…read more

New Resource for Managing Postpartum Hemorrhage and Pre-eclampsia/Eclampsia Now Available

We are excited to announce the release of the Obstetric Emergency Drills Training Kit, a free resource available for clinicians anywhere in the world! This manual and accompanying resources were developed by the Institute for Clinical Effectiveness and Health Policy from Argentina and the Maternal Health Task Force. It is our hope that, when combined, these resources are invaluable for clinicians seeking ways to prepare for obstetric emergencies…read more

The Evidence-Based Management of Pre-Eclampsia/Eclampsia

Course: The Evidence-Based Management of Pre-Eclampsia/Eclampsia Source: Maternal Health Task Force, EngenderHeath, MacArthur Foundation, Nuffield Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Oxford, Geneva Foundation for Medical Education and Research Language: English, Spanish Intended users: Health care professionals including doctors, midwives and nurses Overview: Course content includes both a basic module covering critical recommendations on prevention and treatment … Continue reading “The Evidence-Based Management of Pre-Eclampsia/Eclampsia”

Using the Donor Toolkit to Treat Pre-Eclampsia/Eclampsia with Magnesium Sulfate

There are an estimated 50,000 deaths a year from eclampsia. In a recent presentation, “Promoting Improvements in Maternal Morality in Nigeria,” Judith Helzner of the MacArthur Foundation gives examples of how donors can leverage resources in their toolkit to address this problem. The Magpie Trial A multi-country trial study called “The Magpie Trial” found that … Continue reading “Using the Donor Toolkit to Treat Pre-Eclampsia/Eclampsia with Magnesium Sulfate”