Childbed Fever (feb 28, 1879 – oct 29, 1935)
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Identified 1879
Most 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.
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