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Abstract Objective Birth asphyxia is one of the leading causes of death for neonates worldwide. Lack of an objective cost effective test to predict poor newborn outcomes at birth affects the ability to respond appropriately. This study determined predictive values of umbilical cord arterial lactate in relation to adverse neonatal outcomes. Methods This
Elizabeth Ayebare+7 more
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The persistence of a high maternal mortality rate in the Ivory Coast. [PDF]
Patrick Thonneau+5 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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The rising tide: Trends in induction of labor at term over a 5‐year period at a single centre
Abstract Objective Induction of labor (IOL) is a controversial topic in contemporary obstetric practice, with some suggesting that the increase in elective induction (eIOL) as a potential contributor to increasing cesarean delivery (CD) rates. The objectives of this single‐center study were to examine the rates of IOL, trends in indications for IOL ...
Sarah M. Nicholson+7 more
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High maternal mortality levels and additional risk from poor accessibility in two districts of northern province, Zambia [PDF]
F. Le Bacq, A Rietsema
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Abstract Objective To describe the rate of combinations of fetal lies and presentations in twin pregnancies at delivery and to assess the effects of fetal lies and presentations on mode of delivery as well as fetal and maternal birth outcomes. Methods This population‐based cohort study used real‐world data from the Medical Birth Registry of Norway and ...
Meryam Sugulle+4 more
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Abstract Background Preoperative prophylactic balloon occlusion (PPBO) of internal iliac arteries (IIAs) in placenta previa and placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) has been widely used as a preventive adjuvant technique to reduce blood loss and to preserve fertility. Nevertheless, the efficacy of PPBO is based primarily on retrospective studies.
Rula Iskander+4 more
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