FIGO good practice recommendations: Assisted vaginal birth and the second stage of labor
Abstract Cesarean birth (CB) rates are increasing globally, with a current prevalence of 21.1% and a projected prevalence of 28.5% by 2030. Conversely, assisted vaginal birth (AVB) rates are declining, with reported rates of less than 10% in low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs) and 10%–15% in high‐income countries (HICs). In some African countries,
Akaninyene E. Ubom +11 more
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Vaginal microbiome and preterm birth: Composition, mechanisms and microbiota‑directed therapies (Review). [PDF]
Cheng D, Li N, Sun Q, Wang K, Gao F.
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A comparison of sonographic cervical parameters in predicting spontaneous preterm birth in high‐risk singleton gestations [PDF]
E R Guzman +6 more
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Abstract Anemia affects 32 million pregnant women globally, contributing annually to more than 115 000 maternal deaths and 591 000 perinatal deaths worldwide. Low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs) bear the highest burden of anemia in pregnancy, with nearly 50% of affected pregnant women. It is now 2025, which is WHO's target year for a 50% reduction
Akaninyene E. Ubom +9 more
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The Association of Preterm Birth With Autism Spectrum Disorder. [PDF]
Puri BK.
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Gynecologic surgery for benign disease: Preserving reproductive potential
Abstract Preserving fertility is essential when managing benign gynecologic disorders in reproductive‐aged women. Surgical interventions can impact future fertility, therefore requiring an evidence‐based, individualized approach. The FIGO Committee on Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility reviewed current literature to develop recommendations for ...
Togas Tulandi +23 more
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Perfluoroalkyl substances and preterm birth. [PDF]
Mullin AM +5 more
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FIGO committee opinion: Environmental drivers of obstetric health and early childhood development
Abstract Environmental exposures are increasingly recognized as critical, yet underappreciated, determinants of reproductive, perinatal, and early childhood health. Developed through a structured consensus process and grounded in systematic evidence review, this FIGO committee opinion provides a comprehensive synthesis of the current evidence linking ...
Nathaniel DeNicola +12 more
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Barrier genes are associated with preterm birth. [PDF]
Chen KR, Chu SK, Kuo PL.
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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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