Childbed Fever (feb 28, 1879 – oct 29, 1935)
Description:
Identified 1879Most common cause of maternal death
Still a major cause of maternal death in poorer countries
Cause of death was related to unsanitary practices by doctors
Use of antiseptics and sanitary practices drastically reduced the illness.
Added to timeline:
Date:
feb 28, 1879
oct 29, 1935
~ 56 years