Uganda Preeclampsia District Leadership Briefing

Obstetrics & Gynecology

This document addresses the critical issue of preeclampsia and eclampsia as a leading cause of preventable maternal death in Uganda. It details the rising national burden, emphasizing that hypertensive disorders now account for 20% of maternal deaths, a significant increase over five years. The briefing outlines key systemic gaps, including late detection, delayed referral, inadequate emergency care, commodity shortages, and skill deficits, all contributing to avoidable deaths. It calls upon district leadership to take ownership, prioritize readiness, track actions from reviews, and support community awareness to 'Predict, Prevent, and Prevail' against these deaths.