Osteomyelitis is challenging for orthopedic surgeons. The fundamental basis of
osteomyelitis treatment is wide surgical debridement. A variety of operative techniques exist …

Abstract The World Health Organisation guidance recommends breastfeeding peer support
(BFPS) as part of a strategy to improve breastfeeding rates. In the UK, BFPS is supported by …

Background Many countries now offer support to teenage mothers to help them to achieve
long-term socioeconomic stability and to give a successful start to their children. The Family …

This prospective, observational study investigated the utility of Fibtem A5 and Clauss
fibrinogen as predictors of progression of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH). A consecutive …

Background Preconception exposures have been associated with adverse pregnancy, birth
and postpartum outcomes. However, the reports, statements and guidelines of national and …

BACKGROUND: Postpartum haemorrhage is an important cause of maternal morbidity and
mortality. It is associated with haemostatic impairment which may exacerbate bleeding …

Background We set out to validate the accuracy of gravimetric quantification of blood loss
during simulated major postpartum haemorrhage and to evaluate the technique in a …

Background Risk factors for maternal infection are clearly recognised, including caesarean
section and operative vaginal birth. Antibiotic prophylaxis at caesarean section is widely …

Objective The COVID-19 pandemic saw universal, radical, and ultra-rapid changes to UK
National Health Services (NHS) maternity care. At the onset of the pandemic, NHS maternity …

In Philadelphia, 66% of new HIV infections are among African Americans and 2% of African
Americans are living with HIV. The city of Philadelphia has among the largest numbers of …