Background In terms of maternal morbidity and mortality, the puerperium is just as significant
as pregnancy and childbirth. Nearly half of all maternal deaths occur in the time after …

Objective: The objective of this review was to determine the timing of overall and cause-
specific maternal mortality and severe morbidity during the postpartum period. Introduction …

Introduction Maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity remain major public health
problems globally. Understanding their risk factors may result in better treatment solutions …

The postpartum period, also known as the puerperium, begins immediately after delivery of
the neonate and placenta and ends 6–8 weeks after delivery. The appearance of …

During gestation, the maternal body should increase its activity to fulfil the demands of the
developing fetus as pregnancy progresses. Each maternal organ adapts in a unique manner …

Puerperal infections pose a potentially serious threat to the mother. Infection, hemorrhage,
and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy remain the three most common causes of maternal …

AIM Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is one of the leading causes of maternal morbidity and
mortality. Studies have reported an increase in incidence of postpartum haemorrhage in …

Background Postpartum haemorrhage is a leading cause of maternal morbidity and mortality
worldwide. Identifying risk indicators for postpartum haemorrhage is crucial to predict this life …

Compared to the prior 10-year-period, the maternal mortality ratio decreased from 5.54 to
4.15. The mortality associated with caesarean section decreased 4.5 times. Women at risk …

Objectives: To assess postpartum care at an international level, we reviewed published
literature on postpartum maternal deaths. Methods: Meta-analysis was used to summarize …