AHA, Epic Team Up to Improve Detection and Treatment of Postpartum Hemorrhage
American Hospital Association
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
The American Hospital Association (AHA) and Epic are collaborating to enhance the detection and treatment of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH), a leading cause of maternal deaths in the U.S., which notably affects many low-risk patients. By integrating advanced point-of-care tools into electronic health records (EHR), healthcare providers can improve the management of PPH through better risk assessment and clinical decision-making. This initiative, part of AHA’s Patient Safety Initiative, reflects a significant commitment to improving maternal health outcomes and aims to establish safer childbirth experiences for patients. As PPH accounts for a substantial portion of maternal mortality, leveraging technology in obstetric care could be pivotal in reducing these tragic outcomes.
