Estrategias recientes para la atención primaria de salud en obstetricia que garanticen una mejor atención materno fetal

Abstract

Primary care is fundamental to ensuring the health and well-being of pregnant women and their babies, as the first point of contact in the health system, primary care offers a comprehensive and continuous approach that is essential during pregnancy; early detection and proactive management of obstetric risks and complications can significantly reduce maternal and infant morbidity and mortality, a crucial component of primary care is the early and regular initiation of antenatal visits, which allow for the identification and monitoring of risk factors, as well as the provision of preventive interventions, such as nutritional supplementation and chronic disease management, education and health promotion help women adopt healthy lifestyles, prepare for childbirth and postnatal care, primary care also plays a vital role in supporting the mental health and emotional wellbeing of pregnant women, regular mental health assessments and access to support services are essential to address issues such as depression and anxiety, Finally, primary care facilitates coordination with other levels of care and community resources, ensuring that women receive a continuum of well-integrated care, primary care provides a solid foundation for a healthy pregnancy, improving outcomes for both mother and foetus.