Women receiving massive transfusion due to postpartum hemorrhage: A comparison over time between two nationwide cohort studies.

The incidence of postpartum hemorrhage with massive transfusion decreased in the Netherlands between both time frames, but remained an important cause of maternal mortality and morbidity, including peripartum hysterectomy. National surveillance of maternal morbidity and mortality due to postpartum hemorrhage through an improved and continuous registration with confidential enquiries may lead to the identification of clear improvements of maternal care. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.