Umbilical cord-care practices in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Obstetric hemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal mortality globally. The Non-pneumatic Anti-Shock Garment (NASG) is a low-technology, first-aid compression device which, when added to standard hypovolemic shock protocols, may improve outcomes for women with hypovolemic shock secondary to obstetric hemor...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Miller S,Fathalla MM,Ojengbede OA,Camlin C,Mourad-Youssif M,Morhason-Bello IO,Galadanci H,Nsima D,Butrick E,Al Hussaini T,Turan J,Meyer C,Martin H,Mohammed AI

更新日期：2010-10-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Peters anomaly is a rare form of anterior segment ocular dysgenesis, the antenatal image of Peters anomaly had not been reported. We herein showcased a discordant finding of Peters anomaly in a monozygotic twin complicated with twin-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) and exhibited its antenatal sonographic ima...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Chang YL,Chao AS,Chou CY,Chang SD,Chiang MC,Lee YS

更新日期：2020-09-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Support from a doula is known to have physical and emotional benefits for mothers, but there is little evidence about the experiences of volunteer doulas. This research aimed to understand the motivation and experiences of volunteer doulas who have been trained to support women during pregnancy, birth and th...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Spiby H,Mcleish J,Green J,Darwin Z

更新日期：2016-09-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Triangulating findings from MDSR with other sources can better inform maternal health programs. A national Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) assessment and the Maternal Death Surveillance and Response (MDSR) system provided data to determine the coverage of MDSR implementation in health facilities...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Hadush A,Dagnaw F,Getachew T,Bailey PE,Lawley R,Ruano AL

更新日期：2020-04-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In recent decades we have observed a remarkable increase in the rate of caesarean section (CS) in both developed and developing countries, especially in China. However, the real reasons for this phenomenon are uncertain. Notably, the number of women requesting elective CS without accepted valid medical indic...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Liu Y,Li G,Chen Y,Wang X,Ruan Y,Zou L,Zhang W

更新日期：2014-12-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Geographical inequalities in perinatal health and child welfare require attention. To improve the identification, and care, of mothers and young children at risk of adverse health outcomes, the HP4All-2 program was developed. The program consists of three studies, focusing on creating a continuum for risk se...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Waelput AJM,Sijpkens MK,Lagendijk J,van Minde MRC,Raat H,Ernst-Smelt HE,de Kroon MLA,Rosman AN,Been JV,Bertens LCM,Steegers EAP

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Access factors associated with maternal death are important to understand because they are considered to be an essential measure of women's health and indicative of the performance of health care systems in any community globally. This study aimed to analyse the access risk factors linked to maternal deaths ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Moyo N,Makasa M,Chola M,Musonda P

更新日期：2018-04-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Women with gestational diabetes (GDM) are at high risk of developing diabetes later in life. After a GDM diagnosis, women receive prenatal care to control their blood glucose levels via diet, physical activity and medications. Continuing such lifestyle skills into early motherhood may reduce the risk of diab...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Ferrara A,Hedderson MM,Albright CL,Brown SD,Ehrlich SF,Caan BJ,Sternfeld B,Gordon NP,Schmittdiel JA,Gunderson EP,Mevi AA,Tsai AL,Ching J,Crites Y,Quesenberry CP Jr

更新日期：2014-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little is known about the status of maternal, obstetric, and neonatal complications and the potential predictors of developing heart failure (HF) in mothers with underlying heart disease (HD) in Southwestern China. METHODS:The eligible records from the YiduCloud database from December 1, 2010 to December 31...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Wang W,Wang L,Feng P,Liu X,Xiang R,Wen L,Huang W

更新日期：2020-06-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence has shown that there are several physical and mental advantages of exercise during pregnancy. Despite this, the recommendations for exercise during pregnancy are poorly fulfilled. The aim of this study was to illuminate non-exercising pregnant women's views and experiences concerning exercise before...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Ekelin M,Langeland Iversen M,Grønbæk Backhausen M,Hegaard HK

更新日期：2018-10-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Good nutrition is essential for increasing survival rates of infants. This study explored infant feeding practices in a resource-poor setting and assessed implications for future interventions focused on improving newborn health. METHODS:The study took place in the Kassena-Nankana District of the Upper East...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Aborigo RA,Moyer CA,Rominski S,Adongo P,Williams J,Logonia G,Affah G,Hodgson A,Engmann C

更新日期：2012-08-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To compare the mode of delivery between planned home versus planned hospital births and to determine if differences in intervention rates could be interpreted as over- or undertreatment. METHODS:Intervention and perinatal mortality rates were obtained for 679,952 low-risk women from the Dutch Perinatal Regi...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： van der Kooy J,Birnie E,Denktas S,Steegers EAP,Bonsel GJ

更新日期：2017-06-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Before the advent of Western medicine in Tanzania, women gave birth in an upright position either by sitting, squatting or kneeling. Birthing women would hold ropes or trees as a way of gaining strength and stability in order to push the baby with sufficient force. Despite the evidence supporting the upright...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Mselle LT,Eustace L

更新日期：2020-01-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hyperlipidemia and high fasting plasma glucose levels at the first prenatal visit (First Visit FPG) are both related to gestational diabetes mellitus, maternal obesity/overweight and fetal overgrowth. The purpose of the present study is to investigate the correlation between First Visit FPG and lipid concent...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Liu B,Geng H,Yang J,Zhang Y,Deng L,Chen W,Wang Z

更新日期：2016-03-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Women with spinal cord injuries (SCI) represent a high risk population during pregnancy with comparatively few studies in the literature regarding their management and pregnancy outcomes, due to the relative rarity of the condition. Our objective was to assess pregnancy outcomes in women with spinal cord inj...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Robertson K,Dawood R,Ashworth F

更新日期：2020-01-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Late booking and infrequent antenatal care (ANC) are common but avoidable patient-related risk factors for maternal deaths in South Africa. The aim of the study was to examine the association of psychosocial factors with early initiation of ANC and adequate frequency of attendance of ANC clinics among women ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Muhwava LS,Morojele N,London L

更新日期：2016-01-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The relationship between socioeconomic status (SES) and breastfeeding has been extensively discussed in the literature. However, there is some evidence that this relationship can differ with immigration status. To date the majority of research investigating the relationships among SES, breastfeeding and immi...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Wu WC,Wu JC,Chiang TL

更新日期：2015-11-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The fetal anomaly ultrasound only detects 65 to 81 % of the patients with congenital heart disease, making it the most common structural fetal anomaly of which a significant part is missed during prenatal life. Therefore, we need a reliable non-invasive diagnostic method which improves the predictive value f...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Verdurmen KMJ,Lempersz C,Vullings R,Schroer C,Delhaas T,van Laar JOEH,Oei SG

更新日期：2016-08-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increasing institutional births rates and improving access to comprehensive emergency obstetric care are central strategies for reducing maternal and neonatal deaths globally. While some studies show women consider service availability when determining where to deliver, the dynamics of how and why institutio...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Maru S,Bangura AH,Mehta P,Bista D,Borgatta L,Pande S,Citrin D,Khanal S,Banstola A,Maru D

更新日期：2017-03-04 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:Caesarean section (CS) rates around the world have been increasing and in Australia have reached 30% of all births. Robson's Ten-Group Classification System (10-group classification) provides a clinically relevant classification of CS rates that provides a useful basis for international comparisons and trend...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Stavrou EP,Ford JB,Shand AW,Morris JM,Roberts CL

更新日期：2011-01-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Placenta percreta is a rare obstetric condition associated with the risk of massive intraoperative hemorrhage. Recently, conservative management of placenta percreta has been performed to reduce maternal morbidity. However, various complications have been reported during such management. Only a few cases of ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Matsuzaki S,Yoshino K,Endo M,Tomimatsu T,Takiuchi T,Mimura K,Kumasawa K,Ueda Y,Kimura T

更新日期：2017-12-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perinatal health-seeking behaviours are influenced by various factors, including personal beliefs. South Asian women, who often live within a wide kinship system, can be influenced by the advice and guidance of their mothers and/or mothers-in-law. METHODS:To explore the cultural health perceptions of South ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Kandasamy S,Anglin R,Gaind L,Desai D,Wahi G,Gupta M,Anand SS

更新日期：2020-02-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Determinants of regional variation in caesarean sections can contribute explanations for the observed overall increasing trend of caesarean sections. We assessed which mechanism explains the higher rate of caesarean sections in the former West than East Germany: a more liberal use of caesarean sections in th...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Mikolajczyk RT,Schmedt N,Zhang J,Lindemann C,Langner I,Garbe E

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The number of caesarean sections (CS) is increasing globally, and repeat CS after a previous CS is a significant contributor to the overall CS rate. Vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) can be seen as a real and viable option for most women with previous CS. To achieve success, however, women need the suppor...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Lundgren I,Smith V,Nilsson C,Vehvilainen-Julkunen K,Nicoletti J,Devane D,Bernloehr A,van Limbeek E,Lalor J,Begley C

更新日期：2015-02-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pregnant women who gain weight in accordance with guidelines have the lowest risk of pregnancy and birth-related complications. However, evidence-practice gaps often exist. To address pregnancy weight management barriers, a stepped implementation science approach was used, comprising targeted in-services, pr...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Wilkinson S,Beckmann M,Donaldson E,McCray S

更新日期：2019-02-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sero-positivity rates of the rubella virus among pregnant women vary widely throughout the world. In Tanzania, rubella vaccination is not included in the national immunization schedule and there is therefore no antenatal screening for this viral disease. So far, there are no reports on the sero-prevalence of...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Mwambe B,Mirambo MM,Mshana SE,Massinde AN,Kidenya BR,Michael D,Morona D,Majinge C,Groß U

更新日期：2014-03-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of tocolytic hospitalization in antenatal care is controversial and worthy of more research. We investigated individual, institutional, and area factors that affect the use of tocolytic hospitalizations in Taiwan where fertility has rapidly declined. METHODS:Longitudinal data from the 1996 to 2004 N...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Ma KZ,Norton EC,Tsai EM,Lee SY

更新日期：2009-12-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ragged placental membranes is a distinct entity from retained placenta and not uncommonly reported in midwifery texts. Although the incidence of postpartum endometritis is merely 1-5% after vaginal births, it remains the most common source of puerperal sepsis, contributing up to 15% of maternal mortality in ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Voon HY,Pow JY,Tan LN,Suharjono HN,Teo WS

更新日期：2019-07-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rare but serious complication in pregnancy that places the mother and fetus at high risk for morbidity and mortality. This case illustrates novel pregnancy complications associated with this rare medical condition. CASE PRESENTATION:A 31-year-old G3P0020 at 28 ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Soffer MD,Bendapudi PK,Roberts DJ,Edelson PK,Kuter DJ,Ecker JL,Bryant A,Goldfarb IT

更新日期：2020-06-15 00:00:00