April 23, 2026 · Obstetrics and gynecology · DOI: 10.1097/AOG.0000000000006298

Inequalities in Severe Maternal Morbidity and Mortality in High-Income Countries: Patterns, Drivers, and Pathways to Action

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The authors investigate the persistent inequalities in severe maternal morbidity (SMM) and mortality in high-income countries, seeking to understand the underlying social and structural factors contributing to these disparities. They highlight that these inequalities are influenced by socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, and migration status, and emphasize the need for equitable access to care and culturally responsive practices to address these issues effectively.

Nicola Vousden, Elie Azria, Dorothea Geddes-Barton, Catherine Deneux-Tharaux

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