Value-based care in obstetrics: comparison between vaginal birth and caesarean section
Abstract Background Healthcare costs have substantially increased in recent years, threatening the population health. Obstetric care is a significant contributor to this scenario since it represents 20% of healthcare. The rate of cesarean sections (C-sections) has escalated worldwide. Evidence shows...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-04-01
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Series: | BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-021-03798-2 |