Patient Safety in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Special or Theme Issue

Patient Safety in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

May 29, 2019

Gluck PA, ed. Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am. 2019;46:H1-H8, 199-398.

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Obstetrics is a high-risk practice that concurrently manages the safety of mothers and newborns. Articles in this special issue explore various facets of health care quality and safety improvement in the care of women and expectant mothers. Topics covered include the patient experience, safety culture, disparities, program implementation, and the patient's role in safety.

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