The most common presenting symptom of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a sensation of a
vaginal “bulge” that is protruding to the opening or outside of the vagina. 1 In a study of more …

A glossary of key terms is contained in Annex 1, while selected evidence of the positive
benefits of different strategies to support people-centred and integrated health services is …

This international multidisciplinary expert consensus statement is intended to provide
comprehensive guidance that can be referenced at the point of care to cardiac …

Background Women approach birth using various methods of preparation drawing from
conventional healthcare providers alongside informal information sources (IIS) outside the …

Background Women's engagement in healthcare decision-making during childbirth has
been increasingly emphasised as a priority in maternity care, since it increases satisfaction …

Objective To examine correlates of shared decision making during labor and delivery.
Methods Data were from a cohort of women who gave birth to their first baby in …

Background The optimal caesarean section rate is estimated to be between 10–15%;
however, it is much higher in high and many middle-income countries and continues to be …

Background For most women, participation in decision-making during maternity care has a
positive impact on their childbirth experiences. Shared decision-making (SDM) is widely …

Cesarean births and associated morbidity and mortality have reached near epidemic
proportions. The National Partnership for Maternal Safety under the guidance of the Council …

Background There is continued debate about the role of women and communities in
influencing rising rates of caesarean section (CS). In settings where CS rates exceed …