Prevalence, related factors and maternal outcomes of primary postpartum haemorrhage in governmental hospitals in Kabul-Afghanistan.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adequate antenatal care is important to both the health of a pregnant woman and her unborn baby. Given South Africa's high rate of cellphone penetration, mobile health interventions have been touted as a potentially powerful means to disseminate health information. This study aimed to increase antenatal heal...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Lau YK,Cassidy T,Hacking D,Brittain K,Haricharan HJ,Heap M

更新日期：2014-08-21 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:Genetic susceptibility to tobacco smoke might modify the effect of smoking on pregnancy outcomes. METHODS:We conducted a case-control study of 543 women who delivered singleton live births in Kaunas (Lithuania), examining the association between low-level tobacco smoke exposure (mean: 4.8 cigarettes/day) du...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Danileviciute A,Grazuleviciene R,Paulauskas A,Nadisauskiene R,Nieuwenhuijsen MJ

更新日期：2012-12-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The haematological profile of the pregnant woman has an impact on the outcome of the pregnancy. Published guidelines indicate acceptable levels for haematological indices in pregnancy but they are population specific. Indicators of haemoglobin concentration are the most commonly utilized of the indices. Thes...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： James TR,Reid HL,Mullings AM

更新日期：2008-02-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Disparity in utilization of reproductive healthcare services between the urban poor and the urban non-poor households in the developing nations is well known. However, disparity may also exist within urban poor households. Our objective was to document the extent of disparity in reproductive healthcare utili...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Devasenapathy N,Ghosh Jerath S,Allen E,Sharma S,Shankar AH,Zodpey S

更新日期：2015-09-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:High maternal and perinatal mortalities occur from deliveries conducted in prayer houses in Nigeria. Although some regulatory efforts have been deployed to tackle this problem, less attention has been placed on the possible motivation for seeking prayer house intervention which could be hinged on the spiritu...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Adanikin AI,Onwudiegwu U,Akintayo AA

更新日期：2014-06-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute fatty liver of pregnancy (AFLP) is a potentially lethal condition of pregnant women with a high mortality rate. Potential predictors related to postpartum recovery time and prognostic factors of AFLP are still unclear. This study aimed to evaluate potential predictors for prognosis and postpartum recov...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Chen J,Huang ZB,Fan XG,Hu XW,Qi M,Liao CJ,Long LY,Huang Y

更新日期：2020-10-07 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:Human papillomavirus (HPV) is known to be more prevalent in spontaneous abortions than in elective terminations of pregnancy. More recently, placental infection with HPV was shown to be associated with spontaneous preterm delivery. However, no study has evaluated the prevalence of HPV infection in pregnant K...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Cho G,Min KJ,Hong HR,Kim S,Hong JH,Lee JK,Oh MJ,Kim H

更新日期：2013-09-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Birth preparedness and complication readiness (BP/CR) is a strategy to promote use of skilled maternal and neonatal care so that they can get timely skilled care, particularly during child birth. There is minimal evidence on the factors associated with BP/CR among pregnant women in Ethiopia. Hence, this stud...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Andarge E,Nigussie A,Wondafrash M

更新日期：2017-12-08 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:The purpose of this study was to determine whether first trimester trisomy screening (FTS) parameters are affected by alcohol and drug use. METHODS:A routine combined FTS including measurements of maternal serum levels of free β-human chorionic gonadotropin subunit (free β-hCG) and pregnancy-associated plas...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Lehikoinen A,Voutilainen R,Romppanen J,Heinonen S

更新日期：2020-09-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pregnancy is a period of transition with important physical and emotional changes. Even in uncomplicated pregnancies, these changes can affect the quality of life (QOL) of pregnant women, affecting both maternal and infant health. The objectives of this study were to describe the quality of life during uncom...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Lagadec N,Steinecker M,Kapassi A,Magnier AM,Chastang J,Robert S,Gaouaou N,Ibanez G

更新日期：2018-11-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A risk prediction model of non-syndromic cleft lip with or without cleft palate (NSCL/P) was established by a discriminant analysis to predict the individual risk of NSCL/P in pregnant women. METHODS:A hospital-based case-control study was conducted with 113 cases of NSCL/P and 226 controls without NSCL/P. ...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Li H,Luo M,Luo J,Zheng J,Zeng R,Du Q,Fang J,Ouyang N

更新日期：2016-11-23 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:Nonclinical studies indicate that the hormone relaxin is a good candidate for a safe cervical ripening agent that does not cause uterine contractions. METHODS:This Phase II study (conducted November 2, 2005-October 20, 2006) was a randomised, double blind, placebo controlled trial testing 24-h intravenous i...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Weiss G,Teichman S,Stewart D,Nader D,Wood S,Breining P,Unemori E

更新日期：2016-09-05 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: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:Caesarean section (CS) is not recommended for PMTCT in Malawi HIV Guidelines, contrary to most high-income countries where CS is indicated if viral suppression is sub-optimal pre-delivery. We describe patterns of CS in HIV-infected and uninfected women in Malawi and explored if insight into the use of Electi...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Tenthani L,van Oosterhout JJ,Haas AD,Msukwa M,Phiri N,Chimbwandira F,Tal K,Aebi-Popp K,Estill J,Keiser O

更新日期：2018-04-12 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:Vitamin D insufficiency may be associated with depressive symptoms in non-pregnant adults. We performed this study to evaluate whether low maternal vitamin D levels are associated with depressive symptoms in pregnancy. METHODS:This study was a secondary analysis of a randomized trial designed to assess whet...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Williams JA,Romero VC,Clinton CM,Vazquez DM,Marcus SM,Chilimigras JL,Hamilton SE,Allbaugh LJ,Vahratian AM,Schrader RM,Mozurkewich EL

更新日期：2016-08-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The cesarean section (CS) rate has increased over recent decades with poor guideline adherence as a possible cause. The objective of this study was to explore barriers and facilitators for delivering optimal care as described in clinical practice guidelines. METHODS:Key recommendations from evidence-based g...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Melman S,Schreurs RHP,Dirksen CD,Kwee A,Nijhuis JG,Smeets NAC,Scheepers HCJ,Hermens RPMG

更新日期：2017-07-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Obstructed labour is still a major cause of maternal morbidity and mortality and of adverse outcome for newborns in low-income countries. The aim of this study was to investigate the role of individual and health facility factors and the risk for obstructed labour and its adverse outcomes in south-western Ug...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Kabakyenga JK,Östergren PO,Turyakira E,Mukasa PK,Pettersson KO

更新日期：2011-10-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Azithromycin is an azalide antibiotic with an extensive range of indications and has become a common treatment option due to its convenient dosing regimen and therapeutic advantages. Human studies addressing gestational use of azithromycin have primarily focused on antibiotic efficacy rather than fetal safet...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Sarkar M,Woodland C,Koren G,Einarson AR

更新日期：2006-05-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Caesarean section is rising in the developed world and vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) is declining. There are increased reports of women seeking a homebirth following a caesarean section (HBAC) in Australia but little is known about the reasons for this study aimed to explore women's reasons for and ex...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Keedle H,Schmied V,Burns E,Dahlen HG

更新日期：2015-09-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:British women are increasingly delaying childbirth. The proportion giving birth over the age of 35 rose from 12% in 1996 to 20% in 2006. Women over this age are at a higher risk of perinatal death, and antepartum stillbirth accounts for 61% of all such deaths. Women over 40 years old have a similar stillbirt...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Walker KF,Bugg G,Macpherson M,McCormick C,Wildsmith C,Smith G,Thornton J

更新日期：2012-12-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Caesarean section (CS) rates are increasing worldwide and as a result repeat CS is common. The optimal mode of delivery in women with one previous CS is widely debated and the risks to the infant are understudied. The aim of the current study was to evaluate if women with a trial of labour after caesarean (T...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： O'Neill SM,Agerbo E,Khashan AS,Kearney PM,Henriksen TB,Greene RA,Kenny LC

更新日期：2017-02-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to explore the correlation between serum vitamin D levels in couples undergoing in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) and normal fertilisation process. METHODS:Between March 2016 and March 2017, we performed a prospective cohort study at an academic reproductive medicine centre to measure s...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Jiang L,Yang J,Song J,Hu Y,Qian K

更新日期：2020-06-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Maternal overweight and obesity are associated with slower labour progress and increased caesarean delivery for failure to progress. Obesity is also associated with hyperlipidaemia and cholesterol inhibits myometrial contractility in vitro. Our aim was, among overweight and obese nulliparous women, to invest...

journal_title：BMC pregnancy and childbirth

authors： Fyfe EM,Rivers KS,Thompson JM,Thiyagarajan KP,Groom KM,Dekker GA,McCowan LM,SCOPE consortium.

更新日期：2013-07-09 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