Discontinuation rate of Implanon and its associated factors among women who ever used Implanon in Dale District, Southern Ethiopia by Abreham Nageso, Achamyelesh Gebretsadik

“…Significant numbers of women become exposed to conception after discontinuation and accidental pregnancies that end up with abortion & stillbirth. …”
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Nuchal cord complication in male small for gestational age increases fetal distress risk during labor by Liangcheng Wang, Kenichi Kuromaki, Ayaka Kawabe, Atsuko Kikugawa, Shigetaka Matsunaga, Akiyoshi Takagi

“…Materials and Methods: Medical records of 1749 women with singleton pregnancies planning a vaginal delivery were enrolled. …”
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Hemodynamic impact of absent or reverse end-diastolic flow in the two umbilical arteries in growth-restricted fetuses. by Edouard Lecarpentier, Anne Gaëlle Cordier, Francine Proulx, Jean Claude Fouron, Laurence Gitz, Gilles Grange, Alexandra Benachi, Vassilis Tsatsaris

“…OBJECTIVE: To determine if bilateral absent or reverse end-diastolic (ARED) flow in the two umbilical arteries (UAs) at the perivesical (PVC) segment represents a more severe degree of hemodynamic compromise than unilateral ARED flow at the PVC segment in singleton pregnancies complicated by intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR). …”
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Elective induction of labor at 39 weeks among nulliparous women: The impact on maternal and neonatal risk. by Rachel G Sinkey, Jasmin Lacevic, Tea Reljic, Iztok Hozo, Kelly S Gibson, Anthony O Odibo, Benjamin Djulbegovic, Charles J Lockwood

“…Optimal management of pregnancies at 39 weeks gestational age is unknown. …”
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Morphofunctional features of endometrium in women with combination of male and female factors by O. M. Nosenko, A. I. Seylova

“…However, ICSI efficacy currently does not exceed 35-40 %, about a third of all pregnancies are terminated early. The purpose of the study was to determine the morphofunctional features of endometrium in women from married couples with a combination of female and male factors of infertility. …”
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Multiple sexual partnership among adolescent boys and young men in Ghana: analysis of the 2003–2014 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey by Isaac Yeboah, Joshua Okyere, Nutifafa Eugene Yaw Dey, Ronald Osei Mensah, Pascal Agbadi, Mary Naana Essiaw

“…Abstract Background Multiple sexual partnership (MSP) is a major cause of HIV/AIDS epidemic and unplanned pregnancies in sub-Saharan Africa. We investigate how individual, household, interpersonal, community and structural factors correlate with multiple sexual partnership of adolescent boys and young men in Ghana. …”
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Identifying the associated factors with onset of preterm PROM compared with term PROM - A retrospective cross-sectional study by Taiki Samejima, Takahiro Yamashita, Yoshiharu Takeda, Tomoko Adachi

“…We excluded cases with artificial PROM or rupture of membranes after labor, those with multiple pregnancies, those with p-PROM at 36 weeks and those with t-PROM at 37 weeks. …”
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Fecundidad adolescente en el municipio Guamá. (2003 - 2012) by Sahilí Cristiá Lara

“…The results allow to affirm that the age subgroup that more it contributes to the structure of the fertility it is that of 18-19 years, while the simple age is that of 19 years; while an interesting element is the use of interruptions of pregnancies. As long as, the characteristics of these mothers are: accompanied, unoccupied, of rural residence and with finished secondary, as educational level.…”
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Prevalence of non-communicable diseases and risk factors of pre-eclampsia/eclampsia in four local government areas in Nigeria: a cross-sectional study by Kendra Njoku, Kathleen Hill, Ayoposi Ogboye, Jonas Kofi Akpakli, Amira Iwuala, Imo Etuk, Stodia Jackson, Ugo Okoli, Victoria Omoera, Folashade Oludara, Iniobong Ekong, Nneka Mobisson

“…Approximately 58.8% (95% CI 53.8% to 63.6%) of WRA surveyed reported three to five risk factors for developing NCDs and PE/E in future pregnancies.Conclusions The study identified a high prevalence of NCDs and associated PE/E risk factors in surveyed women, signifying the importance of early detection and intervention for modifiable NCD and associated PE/E risk factors in WRA. …”
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Inequalities in short-acting reversible, long-acting reversible and permanent contraception use among currently married women in India by Milan Das, Abhishek Anand, Babul Hossain, Salmaan Ansari

“…Even within India, there is a state-wise variation in family planning use that leads to unintended pregnancies. Significantly less evidence is available regarding the determinants of modern contraception use and the level of inequalities associated with this. …”
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The Immunohistochemical Expression of MCM-3, -5, and -7 Proteins in the Uterine Fibroids by Piotr Rubisz, Lidia Hirnle, Christopher Kobierzycki

“…With regard to clinical and pathological data, there was a negative correlation between the expression of MCMs and the number of both pregnancies and births. Significant reductions in MCM-5 and MCM-7 expression were observed in the group of women receiving oral hormonal contraceptives, while smoking women showed an increase in MCM-7, ER, and PgR. …”
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A nomogram model predicting the risk of postpartum stress urinary incontinence in primiparas: A multicenter study by Hong Cheng, Fuyu Gong, Yamei Shen, Ping OuYang, Ruli Ni, Hui Gao

“…Ninety people were diagnosed as SUI. The number of pregnancies (OR = 3.322, 95% CI = 1.473–7.492), residence (OR = 5.451, 95% CI = 2.725–10.903), occupation (OR = 3.393, 95% CI = 1.144–10.064), education level (OR = 3.551, 95% CI = 1.223–10.308), delivery method (OR = 10.270, 95% CI = 4.090–25.789), and oxytocin use (OR = 2.166, 95% CI = 1.142–4.109) were independent risk factors for SUI. …”
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Community perceptions of community health worker effectiveness: Contributions to health behaviour change in an urban health district in South Africa by L S Thomas, Y Pillay, E Buch

“…The community members highly rated care for chronic conditions (82%), indicated that children were healthier (41%) and had safer pregnancies (6%). Conclusion. As important stakeholders in CHW programmes, exploring community acceptance, appreciation and support is critical in understanding the drivers of programme performance. …”
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Relationships between adiposity distribution and metabolic health in preconception women in South Africa by Alessandra Prioreschi, John R. Koethe, David M. Aronoff, Jeffrey A. Goldstein, Shane A. Norris

“…Identification of women at risk for metabolic disease preconception could help ensure future healthy pregnancies and prevent transference of risk to offspring.…”
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Attempts to purchase misoprostol online in Indonesia: a mystery client study design by Ann M. Moore, Jesse Philbin, Iwan Ariawan, Meiwita Budiharsana, Geby Hasanah Jorgy, Zahra Izza Arifa, Akinrinola Bankole

“…Conclusions As women seek to terminate unwanted pregnancies in legally restrictive settings, online sales of misoprostol must be considered. …”
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Maternal health care access among migrant women labourers in the selected brick kilns of district Faridabad, Haryana: mixed method study on equity and access by Archana Siddaiah, Shashi Kant, Partha Haldar, Sanjay K. Rai, Puneet Misra

“…Results The mean age of the women was 30 (SD 0.3) years. Mean number of pregnancies per woman was 3.1 (SD 1.7). Only 22.9% ever had institutional delivery. …”
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A qualitative study on health care providers’ experiences of providing comprehensive abortion care in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh by Maria Persson, Elin C. Larsson, Noor Pappu Islam, Kristina Gemzell-Danielsson, Marie Klingberg-Allvin

“…At the same time, humanitarian settings can increase the vulnerability of women and girls to unintended pregnancies and unsafe abortions. Humanitarian actors and health care providers can play important roles in ensuring the availability and accessibility of abortion-related care. …”
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Considerable doubt about rubella screening and vaccination among unvaccinated orthodox protestant women: a mixed-methods study by Anne C. de Munter, Jeannine L. A. Hautvast, Wilhelmina L. M. Ruijs, Robert A. C. Ruiter, Marlies E. J. L. Hulscher

“…Abstract Background Women who are susceptible to rubella are advised to vaccinate against rubella to prevent infection in future pregnancies, and thus avert the risk of congenital rubella syndrome in their unborn child. …”
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Sexual behaviors and Practices among university students Prácticas y comportamientos sexuales en estudiantes universitarios by MANRIQUE ABRIL FRED GUSTAVO, OSPINA DÍAZ JUAN MANUEL

“…Global reason for fertility: 25,4%. 45,3% of pregnancies end up in undesired miscarriages. Conclusions: Most relevant Problems: high rate of fecundity, birth and induced abortions, high alcohol consumption.…”
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No Association Between ADIPOQ or MTHFR Polymorphisms and Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in South African Women by Dias S, Adam S, Rheeder P, Pheiffer C

“…GDM affects approximately 14% of pregnancies globally, and without effective treatment, is associated with short- and long-term complications in mother and child. …”
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