| Obstructed labour: its contribution to maternal mortality. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 1598090 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Every year 85,000 women die from obstructed labour and many many more lose their baby and have debilitating physical damage as a result. In this paper the extent of the problem is described. Methods by which obstructed labour can be prevented are given. Early detection and prompt referral for appropriate treatment are vital if damage is to be minimised. This requires particular attention in midwifery education which must include community experience which fosters dialogue and strengthens prevention. This paper is based on one originally given at the ICM/WHO/UNICEF pre-congress workshop in Kobe, Japan, October 1990. |
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Authors:
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B E Kwast |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Midwifery Volume: 8 ISSN: 0266-6138 ISO Abbreviation: Midwifery Publication Date: 1992 Mar |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1992-07-06 Completed Date: 1992-07-06 Revised Date: 2005-11-17 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 8510930 Medline TA: Midwifery Country: SCOTLAND |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 3-7 Citation Subset: N |
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Causality Female Humans Maternal Mortality* Nurse Midwives / education, standards* Obstetric Labor Complications / mortality*, nursing, prevention & control Pregnancy Risk Factors |
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Comment In:
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Midwifery. 1992 Mar;8(1):1-2
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1598087
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