The Role of the Maternal–Fetal Medicine Subspecialist in Review and Prevention of Maternal Deaths

The maternal–fetal medicine subspecialist plays a critical role in the evaluation and management of women with obstetrical and medical comorbidities. These women have a higher risk for obstetrical morbidity, “near miss,” and maternal mortality. Maternal death surveillance is essential to understand the factors that contribute to maternal mortality. Maternal–fetal medicine subspecialists' involvement and leadership in peer review of maternal deaths can provide guidance in developing and supporting management protocols to the obstetrical community and health care facilities.