Socio-economic and geographic equity in maternal health services utilization in Ethiopia: a community-based cross-sectional study. [PDF]
Denu Z +13 more
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Obstetrics and gynecology devices designed for low‐ and middle‐income countries: A narrative review
Abstract There are many barriers contributing to poor health outcomes for women in low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs), one of which is the lack of necessary medical devices. Presently, the development of various kinds of devices intended to improve women's health outcomes specifically in LMICs remains underrepresented in the literature; therefore,
Dhanalakshmi Thiyagarajan +2 more
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Factors associated with completion of maternal health services, a cross-sectional study among women at an outpatient facility in Northern Uganda. [PDF]
Acirucan P +3 more
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Abstract Objective Despite advancements in maternity quality care worldwide, mistreatment of women during childbirth persists. Currently, there is a gap of knowledge on the occurrence of disrespect and abuse during childbirth in the World Health Organization (WHO) European region.
Anna Galle +126 more
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Accessibility and barriers to maternal health services for adolescents in Sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review. [PDF]
Muchemwa G, Khozah MY.
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Abstract Objective Syphilis and HIV in pregnancy contribute to adverse birth outcomes in Africa. Benzathine penicillin G remains an effective treatment for syphilis in pregnancy, yet gaps persist in timely treatment. The aim of this study was to compare factors associated with adverse birth outcomes among pregnant women diagnosed with syphilis in ...
Albert Manasyan +6 more
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Prenatal vitamin D levels and postpartum hemorrhage in a rural Alaska cohort
Abstract Objective To examine the relationship between prenatal vitamin D serum levels and postpartum bleeding. Methods We conducted a retrospective electronic health record cohort study of pregnant Alaska Native and American Indian (ANAI) people in southwestern Alaska who had at least one prenatal vitamin D level measurement recorded and had a vaginal
Reinou S. Groen +7 more
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Health providers' perspectives on effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and anti-epidemic measures on maternal health services in Nairobi, Kenya: a qualitative study. [PDF]
Wangamati CK +3 more
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Online decision aids for contraceptive choices in women with chronic conditions: A systematic review
Abstract Background Women with chronic conditions face increased risks of unintended pregnancy and adverse maternal and perinatal outcomes. Tailored, online contraceptive decision aids might improve informed decision‐making and support reproductive health by promoting patient‐centered care in this population.
Begashaw Melaku Gebresillassie +2 more
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Impact of COVID-19 on the utilisation of maternal health services in Bangladesh: A division-level analysis. [PDF]
Hossain AT +21 more
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