BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology
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Review Meta Analysis
Influence of race/ethnicity on prevalence and presentation of endometriosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Understanding the impact of race/ethnicity on the prevalence and presentation of endometriosis may help improve patient care. ⋯ Prevalence of endometriosis may be influenced by race/ethnicity, but there is limited quality literature exploring this topic.
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Little is known about how teams' non-technical performance influences clinical performance in obstetric emergencies such as postpartum haemorrhage. ⋯ Non-technical performance is important for teams managing postpartum haemorrhage; video review of 99 obstetric teams.
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Recent progesterone trials call for an update of previous syntheses of interventions to prevent preterm birth. ⋯ In updated NMA, vaginal progesterone consistently reduced PTB in overall at-risk pregnancies and in women with previous PTB.
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Stillbirth has a profound impact on women, families, and healthcare workers. The burden is highest in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). There is need for respectful and supportive care for women, partners, and families after bereavement. ⋯ Reducing stigma, promoting respectful care and investigating stillbirth have a positive impact after stillbirth for women and families in LMICs.
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Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) changes normal genital functionality and can cause complications. There is an increasing demand for treatment of FGM/C-related complications. ⋯ Systematic review shows defibulation after FGM/C has obstetric benefits; effect of reconstruction is uncertain.