Key Management Considerations in Obstetric Anesthesiology

Obstet Gynecol. 2025 Dec 1;146(6):807-819. doi: 10.1097/AOG.0000000000006022. Epub 2025 Aug 7.

Abstract

Obstetricians, midwives, nurses, and anesthesiologists collaborate daily to care for patients on the labor and delivery unit. Effective communication among these team members is essential for optimal patient care. This article aims to provide context and explanation for key aspects of obstetric anesthesia management to support conversations and engagement between obstetric and anesthesia teams.

MeSH terms

  • Anesthesia, Obstetrical* / methods
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Obstetrics
  • Patient Care Team
  • Pregnancy