Determinants of Maternal Mortality in Pakistan [PDF]
Journal of Midwifery & Reproductive Health, 2015 Maternal mortality refers to the death of a woman who dies during pregnancy or within six weeks after delivery. A number of factors contribute to the high maternal mortality ratio around the globe, particularly, in underdeveloped countries.
Shahida Abbasi, Muhammad Younas
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Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on time series of maternal mortality ratio in Bahia, Brazil: analysis of period 2011-2020. [PDF]
BMC Pregnancy Childbirth, 2021 de Carvalho-Sauer RCO +8 more
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External cephalic version outcomes with tocolysis and sedation: A 10‐year retrospective cohort study
International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Objective To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of external cephalic version (ECV) performed with tocolysis and sedation or spinal anesthesia, and to identify predictors of ECV success, complications, and delivery outcomes after successful ECV. Methods This 10‐year cohort study included 990 pregnant women with term non‐cephalic presentation
Javier Sánchez‐Romero +7 more
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Maternal mortality according to race/skin color in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, from 2010 to 2015
Revista Brasileira de Saúde Materno InfantilObjectives: to investigate the epidemiological profile, by race/skin color, of maternal deaths in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. Methods: the present epidemiological study of maternal death distribution by race/skin color was based on data ...
Renata Palópoli Pícoli +2 more
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Perinatal mortality in eastern Africa: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Background Every day, over 5000 stillbirths and more than 6000 newborn deaths are estimated to occur worldwide, the majority in sub‐Saharan Africa and South Asia. Estimates, however, rely on data that might underestimate these deaths. Further, outside major categories such as preterm birth, infection, and complications at delivery, little is ...
Yohanis Alemeshet Asefa +5 more
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Disparities in pregnancy-related deaths: spatial and Bayesian network analyses of maternal mortality ratio in 54 African countries. [PDF]
BMJ Glob Health, 2021 Yaya S, Anjorin SS, Adedini SA.
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Previable PROM in twins: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Background Previable prelabor rupture of membranes (PROM) in twin pregnancies is a rare but high‐risk condition associated with substantial neonatal mortality and maternal morbidity. Management options include expectant management and selective reduction, though guidance is limited and based primarily on singleton data.
Marwan Odeh +6 more
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Designed to Fail? Revisiting Uganda's Maternal Health Policies to Understand Policy Design Issues Underpinning Missed Targets for Reduction of Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR): 2000-2015. [PDF]
Int J Health Policy Manag, 2022 Mukuru M +5 more
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International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Objectives The current study evaluates the efficacy of artificial intelligence (AI)–assisted measurement of cervical length (CL) in predicting spontaneous preterm birth (sPTB), comparing the traditional single‐line and two‐line methods with the innovative AI‐line method in the first trimester of pregnancy. Materials and Methods This study is a
Yi‐yun Tai +4 more
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Epidemiology of gastroschisis: A population-based study in California from 1995 to 2012. [PDF]
, 2018 BackgroundAlthough the incidence of gastroschisis is increasing, risk factors are not clearly identified.MethodsUsing the Linked Birth Database from the California Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development from 1995 to 2012, patients with ...
Anderson, Jamie E +6 more
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