[HTML][HTML] Cesarean sections and social inequalities in 305 cities of Latin America
Background Cesarean section (CS) is a surgical procedure that, when medically justified,
can help reduce maternal and infant morbidity and mortality. Worldwide CS rates (CSR)
have been increasing; Latin America has rates that are among the highest in the world. Aim
Describe the variability of CSR across cities in Brazil, Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, and
Peru and examine the relationship of individual-level, sub-city, and city-level socioeconomic
status (SES) with CSR. Methods We used individual level data from vital statistics over the …
can help reduce maternal and infant morbidity and mortality. Worldwide CS rates (CSR)
have been increasing; Latin America has rates that are among the highest in the world. Aim
Describe the variability of CSR across cities in Brazil, Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, and
Peru and examine the relationship of individual-level, sub-city, and city-level socioeconomic
status (SES) with CSR. Methods We used individual level data from vital statistics over the …