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Abstract Objective Cesarean section rates are one indicator of obstetric care quality. While low rates might reflect limited access to timely obstetric interventions, excessively high rates are not associated with better maternal or perinatal outcomes. Racial and ethnic disparities in maternal outcomes raise concerns about the equitable distribution of
Fernanda Rafaella Correa dos Santos +3 more
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Abstract Objective This study determines whether a machine‐learning model integrating sonographic biometry with maternal clinical parameters improves prediction of large‐for‐gestational‐age (LGA) compared with Hadlock's EFW formula. Methods We conducted a retrospective cohort study including all singleton live births at ≥32 gestational weeks at a ...
Ohad Houri +7 more
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The global prevalence of preterm labor (PL) is 6-12%. Despite the large number of studies focused on exploring the options for diagnosis and prevention of PL, there are currently no methods of absolute diagnostic or prognostic value. Methods.
Olga V. Mikheeva
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Abstract Background Episiotomy is a common obstetric procedure often associated with significant postpartum pain and delayed wound healing. Conventional treatments provide limited relief and might not be suitable for all women. Energy‐based therapies, including infrared irradiation and low‐level laser therapy (LLLT), a non‐thermal photo biomodulation ...
Shira Regev‐Sadeh +4 more
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Abstract Objective This study assesses the association between complete blood count (CBC) parameters, including the neutrophil‐to‐lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and the platelet‐to‐lymphocyte ratio (PLR) and predicts the need for postpartum packed red blood cell transfusion (pRBCT).
Daniel Gabbai +4 more
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Integration of contraception provision in emergency obstetric and neonatal care: A scoping review
Abstract Background Emergency obstetric and neonatal care (EmONC) provides a framework to assess the capacity of health systems and mitigate maternal mortality. Given the high unmet need for contraception, integrating contraception provision and EmONC services could improve maternal and newborn health outcomes.
Mikaela R. Koch +8 more
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Strengthening Midwifery Services in India based on lessons learnt from Sweden and Sri Lanka [PDF]
Objective: The objective of the paper is to know how India can strengthen midwifery services to reduce maternal mortality based on the lessons learnt from Sweden and Sri Lanka.
Mavalankar, Dileep +2 more
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Abstract Objectives This study describes maternal and perinatal outcomes of women with preeclampsia (PE) according to hospital admission characteristics: referral from lower complexity settings or directly admitted at the reference hospital. Methods This is a cross‐sectional study considering women with PE who were admitted for childbirth between ...
Juliana da‐Costa‐Santos +13 more
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Assisted Reproductive Technology and Obstetric Outcome in Couples when The Male Partner Has A Chronic Viral Disease [PDF]
Background: Assisted reproductive technology (ART) with washed semen can achieve pregnancy with minimal risk of horizontal and vertical transmission of chronic viral diseases (CVD) such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepati- tis C virus (HCV ...
Irene Molina +8 more
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Abstract Background Perineal injury is a common complication of vaginal delivery with implications for maternal morbidity. Injuries range from minor lacerations to severe obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASI). The role of fetal viability in perineal outcomes remains unclear.
Daniel Gabbai +6 more
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