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Drug shortages create risks in obstetric care

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Research area:Economics, Econometrics and FinanceHealth Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of LifePharmaceutical industry and healthcare

What the study found

The authors state that drug shortages are increasing and can pose risks to patients and health care systems. They also conclude that, in obstetric care, it is important to prepare in advance for shortages and build teams and systems to respond to them.

Why the authors say this matters

The study suggests that shortages may compromise or delay care and place operational and financial strain on health care systems. The authors conclude that preparing for the next shortage is crucial to protect the health and safety of pregnant people.

What the researchers tested

This article is a clinical perspective. The authors review the definition of drug shortage, causes of drug shortage, prediction of drug shortage, and possible responses to drug shortage. They also review the causes and responses to shortages of five drugs specific to obstetric care.

What worked and what didn't

The abstract does not describe a tested intervention or compare specific responses. It states that the paper explores potential responses to shortages and reviews shortages of five obstetric drugs, but it does not report detailed outcomes for those responses.

What to keep in mind

This summary is limited to the title and abstract. The abstract does not provide detailed results, specific drug names, or limitations of the review.

Key points

  • The authors say long-duration drug shortages in the United States are increasing annually.
  • They state that shortages may compromise or delay patient care and strain health care systems.
  • The article reviews the definition, causes, prediction, and responses to drug shortages.
  • It also reviews shortages of five drugs specific to obstetric care.
  • The authors conclude that systems should be built in advance to respond to the next shortage.

Disclosure

Research title:
Drug shortages create risks in obstetric care
Authors:
Gillian Piltch, David Rochelson, Burton Rochelson
Institutions:
Hofstra University, North Shore University Hospital
Publication date:
2026-02-26
DOI:
10.1097/og9.0000000000000156
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