Assessing maternal health and pregnancy outcomes in women veterans
A comprehensive assessment of maternal health and pregnancy outcomes among women veterans
This study looks at how pregnancy goes for women veterans, who may have more challenges than other women, by checking records to find out about things like cesarean sections and complications, so the VA can make better care plans for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Palo Alto, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11309080 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the pregnancy outcomes and maternal health of women veterans, who often face higher risks during pregnancy compared to the general population. By analyzing national VA and state Medicaid records, the study aims to identify trends in key maternal outcomes such as cesarean deliveries and pregnancy complications. The findings will help the VA improve pregnancy care policies and optimize outcomes for women veterans. This comprehensive assessment is the first of its kind to compare VA pregnancy outcomes with those of the general population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women veterans who have received pregnancy care through the VA.
Not a fit: Patients who are not veterans or who have not received pregnancy care through the VA may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved pregnancy care and outcomes for women veterans.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been research on maternal health, this comprehensive assessment of women veterans' pregnancy outcomes is a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Palo Alto, United States
- Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys — Palo Alto, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Phibbs, Ciaran S. — Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys
- Study coordinator: Phibbs, Ciaran S.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.