Obstetric Flying Squad

The Obstetric Flying Squad (pronunciation: /ɒbˈstiːtrɪk ˈflaɪɪŋ skwɒd/) is a specialized medical team that provides emergency obstetric care. The term originated in the United Kingdom and is now used globally to refer to mobile teams that respond to obstetric emergencies.

Etymology

The term "Obstetric Flying Squad" is derived from the Latin word "obstetrix", which means midwife, and the military term "flying squad", which refers to a group that is ready to move quickly to where it is needed.

Function

The primary function of an Obstetric Flying Squad is to provide immediate, on-site medical assistance for pregnant women experiencing complications during childbirth. This can include pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, postpartum hemorrhage, and obstructed labor. The team typically consists of an obstetrician, midwife, and anesthetist, and is equipped with the necessary medical equipment to perform emergency procedures.

Related Terms

Obstetrics: The branch of medicine and surgery concerned with childbirth and the care of women giving birth.
Midwife: A health professional who cares for mothers and newborns around childbirth, a specialization known as midwifery.
Anesthetist: A medical professional who provides anesthesia for patients undergoing surgical procedures.
Pre-eclampsia: A disorder of pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure and significant amounts of protein in the urine.
Eclampsia: An acute and life-threatening complication of pregnancy, characterized by the appearance of tonic-clonic seizures.
Postpartum hemorrhage: Excessive bleeding following childbirth.
Obstructed labor: A severe complication of childbirth where the baby does not exit the pelvis during childbirth due to being physically blocked.

External links

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