What's Happening?
The American Hospital Association (AHA) and Epic have partnered to improve the detection and treatment of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) using AI-powered tools integrated into Electronic Health Records (EHR). PPH is a serious complication of childbirth, responsible for 11% of maternal deaths in the U.S. The collaboration aims to provide hospitals with tools to assess hemorrhage risk, refresh risk assessments, and support clinical decision-making. These tools are part of Epic's Stork Obstetrics Information System and can be implemented in any EHR with proper permissions.
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Why It's Important?
This partnership is crucial for enhancing maternal health outcomes across the United States. By integrating AI-powered tools into EHRs, healthcare providers can better prevent, detect, and treat postpartum hemorrhage, potentially reducing maternal mortality rates. The initiative underscores the importance of leveraging technology to improve patient care and safety. Hospitals adopting these tools may see improved clinical outcomes, which could influence healthcare policies and practices nationwide.
What's Next?
The collaboration will focus on increasing awareness and adoption of the PPH toolkit among hospitals. Experts from Epic and the AHA Patient Safety Initiative will support hospitals in implementing the tools, sharing resources and success stories. As more hospitals integrate these tools, there may be a shift towards more proactive and technology-driven approaches to maternal care. The success of this initiative could lead to further collaborations between healthcare organizations and technology companies to address other critical health issues.
