A 30-year-old woman, Andreea Mihaela Antochi, and her unborn child tragically died during childbirth at a hospital in Pavia, Italy.

Despite emergency efforts, including a cesarean section, both lives were lost following a cardiac arrest.

This incident highlights the ongoing risks of maternal mortality, even in countries like Italy, which boasts one of the lowest maternal death rates globally—8 per 100,000 live births.

Experts note that while many deaths are unavoidable, nearly 43% could be prevented with improved care.

Common causes include obstetric hemorrhage, sepsis, and rising cases of cardiac issues.

Italy’s advanced surveillance system aims to reduce these tragedies further, but this case underscores the unpredictability of childbirth complications.