Stillbirth and neonatal death: Causes and reducing risk – Episode 78
Jul 13, 2020•15 min
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Summary
In this first part of a two-episode series, Dr. Ashleigh Smith, an O&G registrar with personal experience, delves into the medical facets of stillbirth and neonatal death. The discussion clarifies definitions, highlights concerning incidence rates in Australia, and identifies key fetal and maternal risk factors and causes. Crucially, the episode outlines clinical presentations and provides actionable prenatal and antenatal strategies, including the "Safer Baby Bundle," to reduce these devastating outcomes.Episode description
In this two-episode series, The Good GP interviews Dr Ashleigh Smith on the topic of stillbirth and neonatal death. Dr Smith is an O&G registrar practicing in Queensland.
This episode focuses on the medical aspects including the risk factors, causes, presentations and various ways to reduce the risk.
Part two of the series (Episode 79 - available 20 July) covers the psycho-social and mental health aspects including how to communicate with families and supporting families during this difficult time.
Resources:
Safer baby bundle: https://learn.stillbirthcre.org.au/
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