WHO Global Survey on Maternal and Perinatal Health in Latin America: classifying caesarean sections

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Caesarean section rates continue to increase worldwide with uncertain medical consequences. Auditing and analysing caesarean section rates and other perinatal outcomes in a reliable and continuous manner is critical for understanding...

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Main Authors: Faúndes Anibal, Velasco Alejandro, Narváez Alberto, Langer Ana, Torloni Maria R, Carroli Guillermo, Widmer Mariana, Wojdyla Daniel, Souza João P, Merialdi Mario, Robson Michael, Gulmezoglu A Metin, Betrán Ana P, Acosta Arnaldo, Valladares Eliette, Romero Mariana, Zavaleta Nelly, Reynoso Sofia, Bataglia Vicente
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-10-01
Series:Reproductive Health
Online Access:http://www.reproductive-health-journal.com/content/6/1/18