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Evaluating predictive values of umbilical cord arterial lactate for adverse newborn outcomes among term‐births in northern Uganda: A cross sectional analytical study

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 169, Issue 1, Page 408-420, April 2025.
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, James K. Tumwine, Jolly Nankunda, Anna Hjelmstedt, Wibke Jonas, Grace Ndeezi, Nicola Orsini, Claudia Hanson   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

The effects of childbirth on the pelvic-floor [PDF]

, 2000
Basically, vaginal delivery is associated with the risk of pelvic floor damage. The pelvic floor sequelae of childbirth includes anal incontinence, urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.
Allen RE, Anthony S, Frudinger A, Frudinger A, Gilpin S, Jackson S, Johanson RB, King JK, Labrecque M, Mac Arthur C, Mant J, Pigne A, Rasmussen KL, Rockner G, Sleep J, Smith AR, Snooks SJ, Sultan AH, Sultan AH, van Geelen J, Vessey MP, Viktrup L, Viktrup L, Wilson PD, Zetterstrom JP   +24 more
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Obstetrics and gynecology devices designed for low‐ and middle‐income countries: A narrative review

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 169, Issue 1, Page 71-80, April 2025.
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, Enaam A. Adanu, K. Rivet Amico   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Comparison of Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes in Vaginal Birth after Caesarean Section [PDF]

Majallah-i Dānishgāh-i ̒Ulūm-i Pizishkī-i Bābul
Background and Objective: Previous cesarean sections are the most common cause of increased cesarean section in many parts of the world, although it is not always necessary.
S Gholampour, A Ghanbarpour, Z Bouzari, M Naeimi Rad, Sh Yazdani   +4 more
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Intact Perineum: What are the Predictive Factors in Spontaneous Vaginal Birth?

Materia socio-medica, 2019
Introduction: Perineal trauma at birth is distressing for women and can cause serious short and long term morbidity. Aim: Investigate the prevalence and predictive factors of intact perineum after normal vaginal birth among Portuguese women who had ...
S. Rodrigues, Paulo Silva, A. Agius, F. Rocha, Rosa Castanheira, M. Gross, J. Calleja-Agius   +6 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

Optimal timing for induction of labor in normotensive women: A retrospective cohort study

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 169, Issue 1, Page 365-371, April 2025.
Abstract Objective Labor induction is offered to reduce the risk of stillbirth at late term (41+0 to 41+6) but earlier induction in normotensive singleton pregnancies is supported by weak evidence. The aim of the present study was to investigate the optimal timing for induction in normotensive women.
Jóhanna Gunnarsdóttir, Emma Marie Swift, Alexander Smárason, Kristjana Einarsdóttir   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Predictors of Non-Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery Among Mothers Who Gave Birth in Wachemo University Specialized Hospital, Hossana, Ethiopia, 2021

Patient Related Outcome Measures, 2022
Temesgen Tamirat, Lonsako Abute Public Health Department, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wachemo University, Hossana, EthiopiaCorrespondence: Temesgen Tamirat, Email temesgentamirat58@yahoo.comIntroduction: Non-spontaneous vaginal delivery ...
Tamirat T, Abute L
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To ECV or not to ECV? The current evidence base concerning external cephalic version [PDF]

, 2014
External cephalic version (ECV) is the technique of attempting to turn a baby in the womb from a head-up to a head-down position. The practice is grounded on evidence that vaginal breech birth (VBB) presents greater short-term risks for babies than ...
Walker, S.
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The rising tide: Trends in induction of labor at term over a 5‐year period at a single centre

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 169, Issue 1, Page 383-390, April 2025.
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, Susan Hatt, Etaoin M. Kent, Michael P. Geary, Patrick Dicker, Zara E. Molphy, Karen Flood, Fergal D. Malone   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Birth after caesarean section: Changes over a nine-year period in one Australian state [PDF]

, 2011
Objectives: to describe the outcomes related to birth after a caesarean section (CS) in one Australian state, New South Wales (NSW), over a nine-year period.
Foureur, MJ, Homer, CSE, Johnston, R
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