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Prophylactic carbetocin versus oxytocin following vaginal delivery among women with high risk for postpartum hemorrhage: A before‐and‐after study

open access: yesActa Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, EarlyView.
Prophylactic carbetocin was associated with a similar rate of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) after vaginal delivery in high‐risk women, compared with oxytocin, as well as a significantly lower need for additional second‐line uterotonic drugs to manage persistent PPH.
Margot Sauvee   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Impact of Midwife Experience and Time of Birth on the Risk of Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries (OASIS)

open access: yesBirth, EarlyView.
Background: Obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASIS) are a significant complication of vaginal birth. Methods: This retrospective cohort included 13,651 term spontaneous vaginal deliveries at a single medical center (2020‐2025). Midwife experience (early, mid, and highly experienced), shift timing, and OASIS incidence were analyzed.
Raneen Abu Shqara   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Decision‐Making and Knowledge Around Inductions of Labor: A Survey Study in Ireland

open access: yesBirth, EarlyView.
This study explored women's experiences of decision‐making and knowledge of inductions of labor (IOL) in Ireland. Using a national online survey of 1091 respondents who gave birth between 2018 and 2023, the research reveals substantial gaps in informed consent and autonomy.
Allison Panaro   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Three Methods of Fetal Weight Estimation Compared in Women With BMI ≥ 35 kg/m2 at Term—A Prospective Observational Study

open access: yesBirth, EarlyView.
Visual summary of a prospective study comparing sonographic, maternal, and clinical fetal‐weight estimation methods in women with BMI = 35 kg/m2 at term. The graphical abstract presents the study objective, design, accuracy measures, and the primary finding that maternal and sonographic estimations demonstrated similar accuracy and both exceeded that ...
Inshirah Sgayer   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Quality Care in Midwifery‐Led Birth Centers: Assessing the Disconnect Between Reimbursement and Perinatal Outcomes

open access: yesBirth, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Health care financing is thought to be a driver of health care quality. The purpose of this research was to analyze reimbursement for midwifery‐led US birth centers and to evaluate the association between reimbursement ratios and clinical outcomes.
Sarah Bradbury   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Perinatal and early infant outcomes after first‐versus second‐generation integrase strand transfer inhibitor use in pregnancy

open access: yesHIV Medicine, EarlyView.
Abstract Introduction Integrase strand transfer inhibitors (INSTIs) are first‐line antiretroviral medications used in pregnancy. Pre‐clinical research suggests adverse effects in human stem cells associated with second‐ versus first‐generation INSTIs.
Rosa Balleny   +12 more
wiley   +1 more source

Influence of Obstructive Sleep Apnea on Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes in Patients With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

open access: yesJournal of Sleep Research, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) increases during pregnancy and is associated with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), although its clinical impact on birth outcomes remains unclear. We aimed to assess the effect of several OSA criteria and intermittent hypoxia in the third trimester on perinatal outcomes in women with GDM.
María Cerdà Moncadas   +14 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Double‐Edged Sword of Gestational Insulin Resistance: Navigating Maternal Adaptation and Its Risks for Pregnancy and Offspring Health

open access: yesObesity Reviews, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Although much research focuses on the effects of hyperglycemia during pregnancy on maternal and offspring health, this narrative review specifically centers on the role of insulin resistance (IR) in pregnancy complications and offspring long‐term health.
Runyu Du, Fei Wang, Ling Li, Qiuyue Wang
wiley   +1 more source

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Adverse Maternal and Neonatal Health Outcomes: an Umbrella review of Meta‐Analyses

open access: yesObesity Reviews, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction This study systematically synthesized evidence on adverse health outcomes related to gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) via an umbrella review with integrated meta‐analyses. Methods The search covered publications from the database (PubMed/MEDLINE, Google Scholar, Embase, and CINAHL) inception to August 12, 2024. Meta‐analyses of
Jiseung Kang   +14 more
wiley   +1 more source

Prepregnancy Overweight and Obesity in Kuwait Birth Cohort Study

open access: yesPublic Health Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of prepregnancy obesity and overweight, and to identify a set of sociodemographic factors that could guide weight management interventions for women prior to conception. Design, Sample, and Measurements Pregnant women (N = 989) were recruited in the Kuwait Birth Cohort Study during the ...
Abdullah Al‐Taiar   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

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