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This study\u2019s aim is to investigate the usefulness of artificial intelligence (AI) in improving these outcomes and includes changes in the utilization of ultrasound, continuous monitoring, and an earlier prediction of complications, as well as being able to individualize processes and support clinical decision-making. This study evaluates the use of AI in improving at least one APO. Methods: PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus databases were searched and limited to the English language, humans, and between 2020 and 2024. This scoping review included peer-reviewed articles across any study design. However, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, unpublished studies, and grey literature sources (e.g., reports and conference abstracts) were excluded. Studies were eligible for inclusion if they described the use of AI in improving APOs and the associated ethical issues. Results: Five studies met the inclusion criteria and were included in this scoping review. Although this review initially aimed to evaluate AI\u2019s role across a wide range of APOs, including placental abruption and stillbirth, the five selected studies focused primarily on preterm birth, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, and gestational diabetes. None of the included studies addressed placental abruption or stillbirth directly. The studies primarily utilized machine-learning models, including extreme gradient boosting (XGBoost) and random forest (RF), showing promising results in enhancing prenatal care and supporting clinical decision-making. Ethical considerations, including algorithmic bias, transparency, and the need for regulatory oversight, were highlighted as critical challenges. Conclusions: The application of these tools can improve prenatal care by predicting obstetric complications, but ethics and transparency are pivotal. Empathy and humanization in healthcare must remain fundamental, and flexible training mechanisms are needed to keep up with rapid innovation. 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