Maternal Death Surveillance and Response (MDSR)

Maternal Death Surveillance and Response (MDSR) is a system used by health professionals and authorities to track, analyze, and prevent deaths of women during pregnancy, childbirth, or within days after. It involves reviewing each case to understand the causes and contributing factors, then implementing actions to improve care and prevent future tragedies. The goal is to save more mothers’ lives by learning from each death and strengthening health systems, ensuring that pregnant women receive safe, timely, and effective care.