Maternal death: Learning from maternal death investigations during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic

Maternal death: Learning from maternal death investigations during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic Through our maternity investigation programme, we’ve investigated 20 maternal deaths that happened between 1 March and 31 May 2020. These deaths all happened during the COVID-19 pandemic. The women had contact with many areas of the healthcare system, including primary and secondary care, ambulance services and NHS 111.

The purpose of this national learning report is to review the findings of our maternal death investigation reports and identify any potential themes and areas of learning. This learning could potentially improve maternal care if a future surge of COVID-19 cases occurs. Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch

See also:

• Ban on attending hospitals with pregnant partners 'may have contributed to maternity deaths'  The Daily Telegraph