Factors influencing the use of supervised delivery services in Garu-Tempane District, Ghana.

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are fundamental and rapid changes in body shape during pregnancy, some of which persist for an extended time after delivery and may cause dissatisfaction with body shape. Therefore, we conducted this study to determine predictors of body dissatisfaction at six months postpartum based on demographic and...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Tavakoli M,Hasanpoor-Azghady SB,Farahani LA

更新日期：2021-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Violence against women is an international public health concern and a violation of women's rights. Domestic violence can first occur, and increase in frequency and severity, during and after pregnancy. Healthcare providers have the potential to identify and support women who experience domestic violence. We...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： McCauley M,Head J,Lambert J,Zafar S,van den Broek N

更新日期：2017-09-22 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:Rates of labour induction are increasing. We conducted this systematic review to assess the evidence supporting use of each method of labour induction. METHODS:We listed methods of labour induction then reviewed the evidence supporting each. We searched MEDLINE and the Cochrane Library between 1980 and Nove...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Mozurkewich EL,Chilimigras JL,Berman DR,Perni UC,Romero VC,King VJ,Keeton KL

更新日期：2011-10-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Preeclampsia is a frequent syndrome and its cause has been linked to multiple factors, making prevention of the syndrome a continuous challenge. One of the suggested risk factors for preeclampsia is advanced maternal age. In the Western countries, maternal age at first delivery has been steadily increasing, ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Lamminpää R,Vehviläinen-Julkunen K,Gissler M,Heinonen S

更新日期：2012-06-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The successful implementation of maternal vaccination relies on results of clinical trials, considering the prenatal and postnatal attendance at selected healthcare institutions. This study evaluated factors influencing maternal/infant access to healthcare facilities to identify potential barriers to partici...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Madhi SA,Rivera LM,Sáez-Llorens X,Menéndez C,Carrim-Ganey N,Cotton MF,Katzman D,Luttig MM,Candelario R,Baker S,Roychoudhury M

更新日期：2018-01-15 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:The determination of foetal Rhesus D (RHD) status allows appropriate use of IgRh prophylaxis by restricting its use to cases of RHD feto-maternal incompatibilities. There is a degree of uncertainty about the cost-effectiveness of foetal RHD determination, yet screening programs are being introduced into clin...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Darlington M,Carbonne B,Mailloux A,Brossard Y,Levy-Mozziconacci A,Cortey A,Maoulida H,Simon T,Rousseau A,Durand-Zaleski I,GENIFERH1 Study Group.

更新日期：2018-12-14 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:Estimates of unplanned pregnancy worldwide are of concern, especially in low and middle-income countries, including Brazil. Although the contraceptive prevalence rate is high in Brazil, almost half of all pregnancies are reported as unintended. The only source of nationally representative data about pregnanc...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Borges AL,Barrett G,Dos Santos OA,Nascimento Nde C,Cavalhieri FB,Fujimori E

更新日期：2016-08-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Correct measurement and continuous monitoring of exclusive breastfeeding are essential to promote exclusive breastfeeding. Measuring exclusive breastfeeding is a complex issue as rates can vary according to the definition, measurement period, questions asked, and infant's age. This article reviewed the metho...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Khanal V,Lee AH,Scott JA,Karkee R,Binns CW

更新日期：2016-12-12 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 AND OBJECTIVES:The perinatal period presents a high-risk time for development of mood disorders. Australia-wide universal perinatal care, including depression screening, make this stage amenable to population-level preventative approaches. In a large cohort of women receiving public perinatal care in Sydney,...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Khanlari S,Eastwood J,Barnett B,Naz S,Ogbo FA

更新日期：2019-11-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:No previous studies have examined the effect of pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) on early infant growth. The objective was to study infant growth patterns of babies born to mothers with PIH at 28 and 42 days postpartum. METHODS: DESIGN:We conducted a population-based retrospective cohort study of 16,93...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Baulon E,Fraser WD,Piedboeuf B,Buekens P,Xiong X

更新日期：2005-05-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nigeria suffers from the highest burden of mother-to-child transmission worldwide. To increase retention in care and prevention programmes, we piloted and evaluated a conditional cash transfer (CCT) programme for preventing mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria. METHODS:In a randomised ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Liu JX,Shen J,Wilson N,Janumpalli S,Stadler P,Padian N

更新日期：2019-01-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Information is still scarce on the birthing experience of women who participate in antenatal systematic education programs. The objective of the study was to report the experience of labor as described by nulliparous women who participated and who did not in a systematic Birth Preparation Program (BPP). MET...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Miquelutti MA,Cecatti JG,Makuch MY

更新日期：2013-09-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:When faced with an unintended pregnancy, some women choose to undergo an unsafe abortion, while others do not. This choice may depend on long-term contraception that shapes the fertility goals of women, along with many other risk factors. We assessed the risk for unsafe abortion associated with contraceptive...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Arambepola C,Rajapaksa LC

更新日期：2017-06-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Excessive weight gain during pregnancy increases the risk for negative effects on mother and child during pregnancy, delivery, and also postnatally. Excessive weight gain can be partially compensated by being sufficiently physically active, which can be measured using activity trackers. Modern activity track...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Lemmens PMC,Sartor F,Cox LGE,den Boer SV,Westerink JHDM

更新日期：2018-07-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reliable, timely information is the foundation of decision making for functioning health systems; the quality of decision making rests on quality data. Routine monitoring, reporting, and review of cesarean section (CS) indications, decision-to-delivery intervals, and partograph use are important elements of ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Landry E,Pett C,Fiorentino R,Ruminjo J,Mattison C

更新日期：2014-04-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Brazilian Network for Surveillance of Severe Maternal Morbidity was established in 27 centers in different regions of Brazil to investigate the frequency of severe maternal morbidity (near-miss and potentially life-threatening conditions) and associated factors, and to create a collaborative network for ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Luz AG,Osis MJ,Ribeiro M,Cecatti JG,Amaral E

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Studies from around the world have shown that women living as undocumented migrants have limited and deficient access to perinatal care, increasing their risks of both physical and psychological complications during pregnancy and childbirth. Failures to provide equal access to healthcare have been criticized...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Barkensjö M,Greenbrook JTV,Rosenlundh J,Ascher H,Elden H

更新日期：2018-06-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vaginal seeding is the administration of maternal vaginal bacteria to babies following birth by caesarean section (CS), intended to mimic the microbial exposure that occurs during vaginal birth. Appropriate development of the infant gut microbiome assists early immune development and might help reduce the ri...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Butler ÉM,Reynolds AJ,Derraik JGB,Wilson BC,Cutfield WS,Grigg CP

更新日期：2021-01-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Globally, an estimated 275,000 maternal deaths, 2.7 million neonatal deaths, and 2.6 million third trimester stillbirths occurred in 2015. Major improvements could be achieved by providing effective care in low- and middle-income countries, where the majority of these deaths occur. Mentoring programs have be...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Morgan MC,Dyer J,Abril A,Christmas A,Mahapatra T,Das A,Walker DM

更新日期：2018-10-25 00:00:00

abstract：ABSTRATO:FUNDO: O baixo peso ao nascer (BPN) continua sendo um importante problema de saúde global, associado a uma série de resultados adversos de saúde ao longo da vida. As evidências sugerem que o BPN é um determinante relevante de morbidade e mortalidade em grupos indígenas, que geralmente têm acesso limitado às po...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Barreto CTG,Tavares FG,Theme-Filha M,Farias YN,Pantoja LN,Cardoso AM

更新日期：2020-12-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Studies have suggested several risk factors for a negative birth experience among primiparas. Factors that are mentioned frequently include labour dystocia, operative intervention such as acute caesarean section or vacuum extraction, or the infant being transferred to neonatal care. Another important factor ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Ulfsdottir H,Nissen E,Ryding EL,Lund-Egloff D,Wiberg-Itzel E

更新日期：2014-06-18 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:Twin pregnancy is associated with increased perinatal mortality. Close foetal monitoring is therefore warranted. Doppler Ultrasound cardiotocography is currently the only available method to monitor both individual foetuses. Unfortunately, the performance measures of this method are poor and erroneous monito...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Noben L,Westerhuis MEMH,van Laar JOEH,Kok RD,Oei SG,Peters CHL,Vullings R

更新日期：2020-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pregnant women sometimes worry about their unborn baby's health, often due to decreased fetal movements. The aim of this study was to examine how women, who consulted health care due to decreased fetal movements, describe how the baby had moved less or differently. METHODS:Women were recruited from all seve...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Linde A,Georgsson S,Pettersson K,Holmström S,Norberg E,Rådestad I

更新日期：2016-06-01 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: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