The quality of antenatal care in rural Tanzania: what is behind the number of visits?

abstract：BACKGROUND:The UK National Institute for health and Care Excellence (NICE) publish guidance aimed at standardising practice. Evidence regarding how well recommendations are implemented and what clinicians think about guidance is limited. We aimed to establish the extent to which the NICE Hypertension in pregnancy (HIP)...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Farrar D,Tuffnell D,Sheldon TA

更新日期：2020-02-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To compare pregnancy complications and birth outcomes for women experiencing nausea and vomiting in pregnancy, or nausea only, with symptom-free women. METHODS:Pregnancies from the Norwegian Mother and Child Cohort Study (n = 51 675), a population-based prospective cohort study, were examined. Data on nause...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Chortatos A,Haugen M,Iversen PO,Vikanes Å,Eberhard-Gran M,Bjelland EK,Magnus P,Veierød MB

更新日期：2015-06-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recruitment of eligible participants remains one of the biggest challenges to successful completion of randomised controlled trials (RCTs). Only one third of trials recruit on time, often requiring a lengthy extension to the recruitment period. We identified factors influencing recruitment success and potent...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Tooher RL,Middleton PF,Crowther CA

更新日期：2008-08-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Resistance to thyroid hormone beta (RTHβ) results in symptoms of both increased and decreased thyroid hormone action. The effect of thyroid hormone changes in different types of autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD) in RTHβ is dynamic. CASE PRESENTATION:A 25-year-old Asian female had a RTHβ Y321C mutation with ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Wu D,Guo R,Guo H,Li Y,Guan H,Shan Z

更新日期：2018-12-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), defined as any degree of glucose intolerance with onset during pregnancy, is increasing worldwide, mostly because obesity among women of reproductive age is continuously escalating. GDM is associated with adverse maternal and fetal outcomes. The aim of this article was to...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Donazar-Ezcurra M,López-Del Burgo C,Bes-Rastrollo M

更新日期：2017-01-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increasing the prevalence of optimal breastfeeding practices, including exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months, could prevent an estimated 823,000 child deaths annually. Self-efficacy is an important determinant of breastfeeding behaviors. However, existing measures do not specifically assess exclusive breastf...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Boateng GO,Martin SL,Tuthill EL,Collins SM,Dennis CL,Natamba BK,Young SL

更新日期：2019-02-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In population level studies, the conventional practice of categorizing women into low and high maternal risk samples relies upon ascertaining the presence of various comorbid conditions in administrative data. Two problems with the conventional method include variability in the recommended comorbidities to c...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Vanderlaan J,Dunlop A,Rochat R,Williams B,Shapiro SE

更新日期：2019-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Eating a diet that is high in fat and sugar and having a sedentary lifestyle during pregnancy is understood to increase the risk of excessive gestational weight gain and obesity following the birth of the baby. However, there are no clinical guidelines in the UK on what is considered to be appropriate gestat...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Warren L,Rance J,Hunter B

更新日期：2012-04-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in singleton pregnancies represent a high-risk scenario. The incidence, associated factors and outcomes of GDM in twin pregnancies is not known in the UAE. METHODS:This was five years retrospective analysis of hospital records of twin pregnancies in the city of Al Ain, Ab...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Alkaabi J,Almazrouei R,Zoubeidi T,Alkaabi FM,Alkendi FR,Almiri AE,Sharma C,Souid AK,Ali N,Ahmed LA

更新日期：2020-10-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:During pregnancy, about 10 to 20% of women experience depressive symptoms. Subclinical depression increases the risk of peripartum depression, maternal neuro-endocrine dysregulations, and adverse birth and infant outcomes. Current treatments often comprise face-to-face psychological or pharmacological treatm...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Witteveen AB,Henrichs J,Walker AL,Bohlmeijer ET,Burger H,Fontein-Kuipers Y,Schellevis FG,Stramrood CAI,Olff M,Verhoeven CJ,de Jonge A

更新日期：2020-11-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An accurate estimate of preconception weight is necessary for providing a gestational weight gain range based on the Institute of Medicine's guidelines; however, an accurate and proximal preconception weight is not available for most women. We examined the validity of first trimester weights for estimating p...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Krukowski RA,West DS,DiCarlo M,Shankar K,Cleves MA,Saylors ME,Andres A

更新日期：2016-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy. GDM is a well known risk factor for foetal overgrowth, termed macrosomia which is influenced by maternal hypergycemia and endocrine status through placental circulation. The study was undertaken to investigate the implica...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Grissa O,Yessoufou A,Mrisak I,Hichami A,Amoussou-Guenou D,Grissa A,Djrolo F,Moutairou K,Miled A,Khairi H,Zaouali M,Bougmiza I,Zbidi A,Tabka Z,Khan NA

更新日期：2010-02-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is recommended to prevent potential neurological injury or intrauterine foetal death (IUFD) of the co-twin(s) in complicated monochorionic (MC) pregnancies. However, the impacts of various indications on the pregnancy outcome following RFA remain unclear. This study aimed to det...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Wang H,Zhou Q,Wang X,Song J,Chen P,Wang Y,Li L,Li H

更新日期：2021-01-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Antenatal depression affects 10-20% of pregnant women. Around 2-4% of European pregnant women use antidepressant treatment, most commonly selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Poor pregnancy outcomes, such as preterm birth and low birth weight, have been described in women with antenatal depressio...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Edvinsson Å,Hellgren C,Kunovac Kallak T,Åkerud H,Skalkidou A,Stener-Victorin E,Fornes R,Spigset O,Lager S,Olivier J,Sundström-Poromaa I

更新日期：2019-12-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Excess gestational weight gain has long- and short-term implications for women and children, and postpartum weight retention is associated with an increased risk of long-term obesity. Despite the existence of dietary and exercise guidelines, many women struggle to return to pre-pregnancy weight. Experiences ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Murray-Davis B,Grenier L,Atkinson SA,Mottola MF,Wahoush O,Thabane L,Xie F,Vickers-Manzin J,Moore C,Hutton EK

更新日期：2019-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To determine the cesarean section (CS) rate in Lithuania, identify the groups of women that influence it using the Robson classification and to determine the impact of implementing the use of the Robson classification on the CS rate. METHODS:The Robson classification was introduced in Lithuanian hospitals p...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Kacerauskiene J,Bartuseviciene E,Railaite DR,Minkauskiene M,Bartusevicius A,Kliucinskas M,Simoliuniene R,Nadisauskiene RJ

更新日期：2017-12-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effect of pregnancy intention on post-natal practices like breastfeeding is still poorly understood in the Philippines. In this light, this study aims to determine the association between pregnancy intention and optimal breastfeeding practices in the Philippines. METHODS:This is a cross-sectional study ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Ulep VG,Borja MP

更新日期：2012-07-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:High parity is associated with greater cardiovascular disease (CVD) among mid-life and older women. Prospective studies of arterial change throughout pregnancy are needed to provide insight into potential mechanisms. This study assessed vascular adaptation across pregnancy in healthy first-time pregnant wome...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Niemczyk NA,Bertolet M,Catov JM,Desai M,McClure CK,Roberts JM,Sekikawa A,Tepper PG,Barinas-Mitchell EJ

更新日期：2018-05-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In response to poor maternal, newborn, and child health indicators in Magadi sub-county, the "Boma" model was launched to promote health facility delivery by establishing community health units and training community health volunteers (CHVs) and traditional birth attendants (TBAs) as safe motherhood promoter...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Karanja S,Gichuki R,Igunza P,Muhula S,Ofware P,Lesiamon J,Leshore L,Kyomuhangi-Igbodipe LB,Nyagero J,Binkin N,Ojakaa D

更新日期：2018-01-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To investigate differences in perioperative outcomes by type of skin incision, transverse versus vertical, for planned cesarean hysterectomy for placenta accreta spectrum (PAS). METHODS:A retrospective cohort study of all women who underwent a planned cesarean hysterectomy for abnormal placentation at a sin...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Szlachta-McGinn A,Mei J,Tabsh K,Afshar Y

更新日期：2020-01-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although record linkage of routinely collected health datasets is a valuable research resource, most datasets are established for administrative purposes and not for health outcomes research. In order for meaningful results to be extrapolated to specific populations, the limitations of the data and linkage m...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Colvin L,Slack-Smith L,Stanley FJ,Bower C

更新日期：2013-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To assess the effectiveness of the new modified technique in order to control bleeding in women presenting with atonic, flabby uterus compared to the most commonly described technique of classic B-Lynch suture. METHOD:This study included 160 women of uncontrolled atonic postpartum hemorrhage delivered by ce...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： El-Sokkary M,Wahba K,El-Shahawy Y

更新日期：2016-08-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Maternal morbidity is a complex entity and its presentation and severity are on a spectrum. This paper describes the conceptualization and development of a definition for maternal morbidity, and the framework for its measurement: the maternal morbidity matrix, which is the foundation for measuring maternal m...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Chou D,Tunçalp Ö,Firoz T,Barreix M,Filippi V,von Dadelszen P,van den Broek N,Cecatti JG,Say L,Maternal Morbidity Working Group.

更新日期：2016-03-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Monochorionic multifetal pregnancies are at increased risk of adverse perinatal outcome because of placental vascular anastomoses. We present a case of multicystic encephalomalacia and gastrointestinal injury in two surviving fetuses following single fetal death in first trimester and subsequent fetofetal tr...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： So PL,Li KW,Yeung TW,Sin WK

更新日期：2019-08-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The squatting birth position is widely used for "natural" birth or in countries where childbirth occurs in non-medical facilities. Squatting birth positions, like others, are roughly defined so a biomechanical assessment is required with the availability of noninvasive technology in pregnant women. In practi...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Desseauve D,Fradet L,Lacouture P,Pierre F

更新日期：2019-07-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS) is a rare autosomal recessive lipid disorder often associated with recurrent episodes of pancreatitis. It is documented in most cases with FCS due to the mutations of key proteins in lipolysis, including LPL, APOC2, APOA5, LMF1 and GPIHBP1. CASE PRESENTATION:We report...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Lin MH,Tian XH,Hao XL,Fei H,Yin JL,Yan DD,Li T

更新日期：2020-05-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:World Health Organization recommends a standard daily oral dose of iron and folic acid (IFA) supplements throughout pregnancy to begin as early as possible. The aim of the present study was to determine the prevalence of use of antenatal IFA supplements, and the socio-demographic factors associated with the ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Nisar YB,Dibley MJ,Mir AM

更新日期：2014-09-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pregnancy-related low back pain is considered an important health problem and potentially leads to long-lasting pain and disability. Investigators draw particular attention to biomedical factors but there is growing evidence that psychosocial and social factors might be important. It prompted us to start a l...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Bastiaenen CH,de Bie RA,Vlaeyen JW,Goossens ME,Leffers P,Wolters PM,Bastiaanssen JM,Brandt PA,Essed GG

更新日期：2008-05-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Preterm birth (PTB) is the leading cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality. Women with previous prenatal loss are at higher risk of preterm birth. A specialist antenatal clinic is considered as one approach to improve maternity and pregnancy outcomes. METHODS:A systematic review of quantitative, qualitat...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Malouf R,Redshaw M

更新日期：2017-02-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The introduction of non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) for foetal aneuploidies is currently changing the field of prenatal screening in many countries. As it is non-invasive, safe and accurate, this technique allows for a broad implementation of first-trimester prenatal screening, which raises ethical issu...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Kater-Kuipers A,Bunnik EM,de Beaufort ID,Galjaard RJH

更新日期：2018-10-19 00:00:00