Pattern and outcome of obstetric admissions into the intensive care unit of a Southeast Nigerian Hospital

Conclusion: Ruptured uterus was the most common indication for ICU admission in the center. Maternal mortality was significantly associated with unbooked status. This underscores the importance of booking for antenatal care, prompt presentation at the hospital during emergencies, skilled birth attendance, and provision of adequate facilities for the management of critical obstetric cases in this environment.

Source: Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine - January 15, 2018 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Benjamin Chukwuma Ozumba Leonard Ogbonna Ajah Vitus Okwuchukwu Obi Uche Anthony Umeh Joseph Tochukwu Enebe Kingsley Chukwu Obioha Source Type: research