Identification and Management of Maternal Sepsis During and Following Pregnancy.

The document provides guidelines for identifying and managing maternal sepsis during and after pregnancy, emphasizing prompt recognition and treatment. Recommendations include early referral to hospital, administration of antibiotics, and involvement of senior clinicians. It also highlights the importance of tailored antibiotic therapy, source control, and seeking expert advice in severe cases. The text discusses complications like Group A Beta-hemolytic Streptococcus and necrotizing fasciitis, as well as the need for specialized care for critically ill pregnant women and their neonates. Future research areas include developing pregnancy-specific diagnostic criteria and improving quality of care in maternal sepsis. [Extracted from the article]