Sepsis in pregnancy: a review of diagnosis and management

Abstract

Maternal sepsis accounts for 11% of all maternal deaths worldwide. In addition to being a significant factor in other frequent causes of maternal mortality, such as hemorrhage and thromboembolism, it is the third most frequent direct cause of maternal death. The epidemiology, risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, care plans, and management of maternal sepsis—including the use of antibiotics and critical care measures like extracorporeal membrane oxygenation—are just a few of the significant issues covered in this study. The epidemiology, risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, care plans, and management of maternal sepsis-including the use of antibiotics and critical care measures like extracorporeal membrane oxygenation-are just a few of the significant issues covered in this study. Maternal death from sepsis has generally been thought to be a concern in low-income nations, although severe obstetric morbidity and maternal death from sepsis are rising in high-income nations. The prevalence of maternal sepsis worldwide, risk variables connected to obstetrics and patients, and possible sources are described. Early detection and treatment are essential after maternal sepsis to save lives and stop long-term negative effects. Future research is necessary to maximize the therapeutic options for a maternal septic shock as the dogma surrounding critical care interventions during pregnancy is being challenged.