Maternal Hemorrhage
Postpartum hemorrhage causes approximately 11 percent of maternal deaths nationally and is the leading cause of death that occurs on the day of birth. Importantly, a large proportion of maternal deaths due to obstetric hemorrhage may be preventable. Fifty women out of every 1,000 in New Jersey experienced maternal hemorrhage during their delivery, according to 2019 data from the state’s maternal health report card. The rate is even higher for Black (60.6) and Hispanic women (53.2). Excessive bleeding postpartum is a critical symptom; the resources below help patients and their support teams recognize the symptoms of maternal hemorrhage.
ACOG
Quantitative Blood Loss in Obstetric Hemorrhage – Committee Opinion 74 »
CDC
Data on Selected Pregnancy Complications in the United States »
CDC
Postpartum Hemorrhage »
March of Dimes
Warning Signs of Health Problems After Birth »
The Joint Commission »
Quick Safety Issue 51: Proactive Prevention of Maternal Death from Maternal Hemorrhage »