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Over the edge: Empirical evidence for the cliff‐edge model of obstetric selection
The Anatomical Record, EarlyView.Abstract The cliff‐edge model of obstetric selection maintains that larger neonates and smaller birth canals confer a positive selective advantage until labor becomes obstructed and vaginal delivery is no longer possible, eliciting an abrupt reduction in fitness.
Laura M. Watson +6 more
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Human evolution and the obstetrical dilemma: The pelvic floor hypothesis
The Anatomical Record, EarlyView.Abstract Human childbirth is mechanically difficult because a large‐headed, broad‐shouldered fetus must pass through a comparatively narrow, twisted bony birth canal. Traditional explanations of this “obstetrical dilemma” emphasize the role of bipedal locomotion in inhibiting the evolution of a wider, more spacious pelvis.
Barbara Fischer, Ekaterina Stansfield
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Indian Journal of Medical Specialities, 2023 Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the demographic and obstetrical factors affecting the chances of vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) delivery and to develop a scoring system for the prediction of same.
Neha Varun +4 more
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Health and Economic Impacts of an Early Labor Induction Policy for High‐BMI Mothers
Health Economics, EarlyView.ABSTRACT We expand the literature on marginal returns to birth interventions by studying a common intervention: early induction of labor for a growing share of pregnancies, high‐Body Mass Index (BMI) women. We exploit Danish guidelines which recommend routine induction at 7 days after the expected due date instead of 10–13 days after for mothers with a
Louis Freget, Maria Koch Gregersen
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Caesarean section rates in England and Wales: investigating variation between maternity units [PDF]
In England and Wales, the Caesarean section (CS) rate is 21.5%, ranging from 6% to 66% between maternity units. The impact of a high CS rate on women's health and NHS resources is not clear.
Paranjothy, Shantini
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International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 169, Issue 1, Page 131-137, April 2025.Abstract To determine the prevalence of postpartum depression (PPD) and postpartum stress (PPS) and identify associated risk factors among mothers of preterm and low birth weight (LBW) infants. We conducted a secondary analysis of data collected from 255 mothers with preterm and LBW infants admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Korle ...
John Pellegrino +6 more
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Effect of Short Inter-Pregnancy Interval on the Outcome of Vaginal Birth after Cesarean Section
Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal, 2022 Objective: To determine the effect of short inter-pregnancy interval on the outcome of vaginal birth after cesarean section. Study Design: Comparative cross-sectional study.
Nafeesa Hiba +5 more
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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.
Dannecker, Christian +3 more
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International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 169, Issue 1, Page 299-309, April 2025.Abstract Objective To investigate whether induction/augmentation of labor in pregnant women with anemia increases the risk of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) and whether this risk varied by indications for labor induction/augmentation and by anemia severity in pregnancy.
Tuck Seng Cheng +21 more
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Vaginal birth after cesarean section: Experience from a regional hospital
Taiwanese Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2022 Objective: Trial of labor after cesarean section (TOLAC) is an option for women with previous cesarean section. However, few women choose this option because of safety concerns.
Yi Ting Chen +5 more
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