How hospital delivery volume affects maternal and infant health outcomes
Obstetric delivery volume, regionalization, and maternal and infant outcomes
This study looks at how the number of births at hospitals affects the health of mothers and their babies, aiming to find ways to improve care and outcomes for both.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10612824 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between the volume of deliveries at hospitals and the health outcomes for mothers and infants in the U.S. It aims to understand how factors like hospital characteristics and delivery volume impact maternal mortality, morbidity, and infant outcomes, including neonatal mortality. The study will analyze data from various hospital types and locations to identify patterns and potential improvements in care. By examining both maternal and infant outcomes together, the research seeks to provide insights that could inform healthcare policies and practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women delivering in hospitals across various regions, particularly those in areas with differing delivery volumes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those delivering outside of hospital settings may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal and infant health outcomes by informing hospital practices and policies regarding obstetric care.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies in Europe have shown associations between delivery volume and newborn outcomes, suggesting that this research could build on existing findings.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Phibbs, Ciaran S. — Stanford University
- 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.