Improvement reports
Infection control has been high on the political agenda and on the agenda of the NHS in England in recent years.
Safety standards
This guideline covers the recognition and management of serious bacterial illness in the antenatal and intrapartum periods and its management in secondary care.
Safety standards
This guideline provides guidance for clinicians in the management of sepsis in the puerperium (sepsis developing after birth until 6 weeks postnatally).
Other tools and resources
This guideline provides clinicians with evidence-based information on the diagnosis and treatment of malaria in pregnancy in situations likely to be encountered in UK medical practice.
Other tools and resources
A resource for patients who have had sepsis to help find support from other patients who have gone through similar experiences. This resource can also be used as an information source for patients concerned about sepsis during pregnancy.
Academic papers
Sepsis is a major cause of maternal mortality and morbidity worldwide. In the UK, sepsis is now the leading cause of direct maternal deaths. Raising awareness among healthcare professionals about the risks of maternal sepsis and the importance of early management is urgently needed.
