Neonatal mortality and morbidity rates in term twins with advancing gestational age
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The gestational age with the lowest moribidity and mortality rates in twin pregnancies that reach term is identified. The study suggest that the optimal date of deivery for twins should be <40 weeks of gestation and there is no compelling evidence for delivering at <38 weeks of gestation.
Publication Name: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-9378
Year: 2006
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Comparison of maternal mortality and morbidity between trial of labor and elective cesarean section among women with previous cesarean delivery
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Assessment of the safety of trial of labor after previous cesarean delivery is undertaken. Findings indicate that trial of labor is associated with increased risk of uterine rupture, however elective cesarean section is likely to increase the risk of maternal death.
Publication Name: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-9378
Year: 2004
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