Knowledge of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy of Moroccan women in Morocco and in the Netherlands: a qualitative interview study.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The majority of adolescents in Africa experience pregnancy, childbirth and enter motherhood without adequate information about maternal health issues. Information about these issues could help them reduce their pregnancy related health risks. Existing studies have concentrated on adolescents' knowledge of ot...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Mushi DL,Mpembeni RM,Jahn A

更新日期：2007-04-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of the qualitative study reported here was to: 1) explain the observed clustering of postnatal depressive symptoms in South Western Sydney; and 2) identify group-level mechanisms that would add to our understanding of the social determinants of maternal depression. METHODS:Critical realism provided ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Eastwood ED J,Kemp L,Jalaludin B

更新日期：2014-01-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence of unintended pregnancy in Kenya continues to be high. The 2003 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS) showed that nearly 50% of unmarried women aged 15-19 and 45% of the married women reported their current pregnancies as mistimed or unwanted. The 2008-09 KDHS showed that 43% of married w...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Ikamari L,Izugbara C,Ochako R

更新日期：2013-03-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of intravenous Ferric Carboxymaltose. (FCM) in comparison with intravenous Iron sucrose complex (ISC) for treatment of iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy. METHODS:A randomized clinical trial was conducted from (January 2016-August 2017). at a tertiary hospital. Pregnant ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Jose A,Mahey R,Sharma JB,Bhatla N,Saxena R,Kalaivani M,Kriplani A

更新日期：2019-02-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fetal macrosomia is defined as birth weight ≥4000 g. Several risk factors have been shown to be associated with fetal macrosomia. There has been an increased incidence of macrosomic babies delivered and the antecedent complications. This study assessed the risk factors, maternal and neonatal complications of...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Said AS,Manji KP

更新日期：2016-08-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The objective of the study was to evaluate practices in Spanish hospitals after intrauterine death in terms of medical/ technical care and bereavement support care. METHODS:A cross-sectional descriptive study using an online self-completion questionnaire. The population was defined as women who had experien...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Cassidy PR

更新日期：2018-01-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Antenatal corticosteroids have been proven to prevent adverse outcomes including respiratory morbidities in preterm neonates before 34 weeks of gestation. Recently, it has been suggested that antenatal corticosteroids may also be effective in singleton late preterm pregnancies, and guidelines recommend the u...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Hong S,Lee SM,Kwak DW,Lee J,Kim SY,Oh JW,Oh S,Park CW,Park JS,Chung JH,Jun JK

更新日期：2019-04-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To evaluate the soluble fms-like tyrosine kinase-1 (sFlt-1), placental growth factor (PlGF), and sFlt-1/PlGF ratio for the prediction of early- and late-onset preeclampsia in a high-risk cohort. METHODS:We studied serial serum samples collected prospectively at 12+0-14+0, 18+0-20+0, and 26+0-28+0 weeks+days...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Villa PM,Hämäläinen E,Mäki A,Räikkönen K,Pesonen AK,Taipale P,Kajantie E,Laivuori H

更新日期：2013-05-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy are important causes of morbidity and mortality. The levels of calcium (Ca2+) and magnesium (Mg2+) in pregnancy may implicate their possible role in pregnancy-induced hypertension. This study assessed serum Ca2+ and Mg2+ levels in women with PIH (pregnancy-induced hyperten...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Ephraim RK,Osakunor DN,Denkyira SW,Eshun H,Amoah S,Anto EO

更新日期：2014-11-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This paper identifies patterns of health inequalities (consistency and magnitude) of socioeconomic disparities for multiple maternal and child health (MCH) outcomes that represent different health care needs of mothers and infants. METHODS:Using cross-sectional national data (unweighted sample = 6,421, weig...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Daoud N,O'Campo P,Minh A,Urquia ML,Dzakpasu S,Heaman M,Kaczorowski J,Levitt C,Smylie J,Chalmers B

更新日期：2015-03-23 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: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:Limited studies have examined ethnic variation in breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices in developing countries. This study investigated ethnic variation in feeding practices in mothers with children 0-23 months old in Vietnam. METHODS:We used data on 1875 women who came from the ethnic majority...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Nguyen TT,Nguyen PH,Hajeebhoy N,Nguyen HV,Frongillo EA

更新日期：2016-08-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Depression in pregnancy has adverse health outcomes for mothers and children. The magnitude and risk factors of maternal depression during pregnancy is less known in developing countries. This study examines the association between pregnancy intention, social support and depressive symptoms in pregnancy in E...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Dibaba Y,Fantahun M,Hindin MJ

更新日期：2013-06-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To identify the emotional, social and psychological consequences and recovery process of anal incontinence (AI) following obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASIS) and explore if this can be identified as a recognisable syndrome with visual representation. METHODS:A qualitative approach was adopted for this...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Keighley MR,Perston Y,Bradshaw E,Hayes J,Keighley DM,Webb S

更新日期：2016-09-21 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:Pregnancy is an important phase in a woman's life, with health status at this stage affecting both the woman and her child's life. Global evidence suggests that many women engage in low levels of physical activity (PA) and exercise during pregnancy despite its beneficial effects. This is particularly the cas...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Okafor UB,Goon DT

更新日期：2020-11-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Given the sudden and unexpected nature of an emergency caesarean section (EmCS) coupled with an increased risk of psychological distress, it is particularly important to understand the psychosocial outcomes for women. The aim of this systematic literature review was to identify, collate and examine the evide...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Benton M,Salter A,Tape N,Wilkinson C,Turnbull D

更新日期：2019-12-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pregnancy is a period in the life of women that is often associated with decreased daily physical activity and/or exercise. However, maintaining adequate levels of daily physical activity during pregnancy is important for mother and child. Studies suggest that moderate daily physical activity and exercise du...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Oostdam N,van Poppel MN,Eekhoff EM,Wouters MG,van Mechelen W

更新日期：2009-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although interventions in childbirth are important in order to prevent neonatal and maternal morbidity and mortality, non-indicated use may cause avoidable harm. Regional variations in intervention rates, which cannot be explained by maternal characteristics, may indicate over- and underuse. The aim of this ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Seijmonsbergen-Schermers AE,Zondag DC,Nieuwenhuijze M,Van den Akker T,Verhoeven CJ,Geerts C,Schellevis F,De Jonge A

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ectopic pregnancy (EP) is an important cause of morbidity and mortality amongst women of reproductive age. Tubal EP is well described in industrialised countries, but less is known about its impact in low-resource countries, in particular in the South Pacific Region. METHODS:We undertook a retrospective rev...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Hamura NN,Bolnga JW,Wangnapi R,Horne AW,Rogerson SJ,Unger HW

更新日期：2013-04-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Obesity is highly related to negative reproductive health outcomes, but its relationship with spontaneous abortion and stillbirth remains to be understood, especially in transitioning economies. This study aimed to examine the relationship between obesity and spontaneous abortions and stillbirths in a repres...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Felisbino-Mendes MS,Matozinhos FP,Miranda JJ,Villamor E,Velasquez-Melendez G

更新日期：2014-01-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This paper reports original research on choice and control in childbirth. Eight women were interviewed as part of a wider investigation into locus of control in women with pre-labour rupture of membranes at term (PROM). METHODS:The following study uses concurrent analysis to sample and analyse narrative asp...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Snowden A,Martin C,Jomeen J,Hollins Martin C

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In February 2015, the World Health Organization (WHO) released "Strategies toward ending preventable maternal mortality (EPMM)" (EPMM Strategies), a direction-setting report outlining global targets and strategies for reducing maternal mortality in the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) period. In May 2015, ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Jolivet RR,Moran AC,O'Connor M,Chou D,Bhardwaj N,Newby H,Requejo J,Schaaf M,Say L,Langer A

更新日期：2018-06-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study investigate the influence of domestic violence against pregnant women on early complementary feeding and associated factors. METHODS:A longitudinal observational study was conducted with a convenience sample recruited from three public hospitals in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Data on...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Caprara GL,Bernardi JR,Bosa VL,da Silva CH,Goldani MZ

更新日期：2020-08-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Most women experience pain during labour and after childbirth. There are various options, both pharmacological and non-pharmacological, available to help women cope with and relieve pain during labour and after childbirth. In low resource settings, women often do not have access to effective pain relief. Hea...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： McCauley M,Actis Danna V,Mrema D,van den Broek N

更新日期：2018-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are no published cases of tonic-clonic seizures and posterior bilateral blindness during pregnancy and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) Coronavirus (COV) 2 (SARS-COV-2) infection. We do not just face new and unknown manifestations, but also how different patient groups are affected by SARS-COV-...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Garcia Rodriguez A,Marcos Contreras S,Fernandez Manovel SM,Marcos Vidal JM,Diez Buron F,Fernandez Fernandez C,Riveira Gonzalez MDC

更新日期：2020-10-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite the benefits of mother-newborn skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth, it has not been universally implemented as routine care for healthy term neonates. Midwifes are the first person to contact the neonate after birth. However, there is evidence that many midwives do not perform mother-newborn...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Nahidi F,Tavafian SS,Heidarzadeh M,Hajizadeh E,Montazeri A

更新日期：2014-02-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this article was to describe effective strategies for recruitment of Hispanic women into a prospective cohort study of modifiable risk factors for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Although Hispanic women have two to four times the risk of developing GDM compared with non-Hispanic white wom...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Chasan-Taber L,Fortner RT,Hastings V,Markenson G

更新日期：2009-12-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Freebirthing or unassisted birth is the active choice made by a woman to birth without a trained professional present, even where there is access to maternity provision. This is a radical childbirth choice, which has potential morbidity and mortality risks for mother and baby. While a number of studies have ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Feeley C,Thomson G

更新日期：2016-03-21 00:00:00