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 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510165

Spices, Oils, and Teas: A Comprehensive Review Exploring Impact on Female Fertility

Ranjitha Vasa, Maryam Choudhary, Natalia Catala, Lea Sarmiento, Amber Khemlani, Asta Kaba, Cleophina Raymond, Mareiz Gobran, Raquel Jimenez, Ozgul Muneyrrici-Delale and Mudar Dalloul

Article Type: Review Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 11

Literature was gathered through use of several databases such as PubMed, Cochrane, Embase, and Google Scholar. An exhaustive list of search terms pertaining to the dietary items mentioned prior was used. Out of an initial 15,909 articles, only 30 studies met inclusion criteria. Inclusion criteria included: English studies between January 2012-May 2024, randomized controlled trials, case controls, cohorts, case series, case reports, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510164

Pregnancy and Plants: Investigating Factors Affecting Herbal Medicine Utilization among Expecting Mothers in North Gonja District

Abukari Salifu, Abdul-Manan Sumani and Alice Bavoh Ewuntomah

Article Type: Original Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 10

The use of herbal medicine during pregnancy, labour, and postpartum period can affect outcomes of health and care for women of reproductive age. The use of traditional herbal medicines (THM) by pregnant women has increased in most countries in Africa, including Ghana. However, there is limited information on the extent of women's use of either herbal or vitamin supplements during pregnancy, labour and the postpartum period, even though knowledge of the potential benefits or harms of many of thes...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510163

An Experience of Use of Zuspan Regimen for Severe Preeclampsia and Eclampsia at a University Hospital

Girija S, Manjunath AP, Vanita P, Al Dughaishi T, Al Riyami N and Suhas AM

Article Type: Original Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 10

Preeclampsia and eclampsia remain major contributors to maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide. Magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) is a key treatment in managing these conditions. This study evaluates the outcomes of intravenous MgSO4 therapy in women with preeclampsia and eclampsia at a tertiary care university hospital in Oman....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510162

Longitudinal Analysis of Heart Rate Variability in Post-Bariatric Pregnant Woman: A Case Report

Renata da Silva Cardoso Rocha Tavares, PhD, Tatiana Sousa Cunha, PhD and Karina Rabello Casali, PhD

Article Type: Case Report | Indexed Archive: Volume 10

The measurement of heart rate variability (HRV) allows a noninvasive investigation of the functioning of the autonomic nervous system, especially the balance between sympathetic and vagal activity. Pregnancy after bariatric surgery has some peculiarities that may interfere with its course and evolution. Studies have investigated the variability of maternal heart rate and its relationship to the prognosis for pregnancy development about the risks of eclampsia and pregnancy complications. This pap...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510161

Prevalence and Factors Associated with Teenage Pregnancy at Selected Governmental Health Centers of Addis Ketema Sub City, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; September, 2023

Faisel Abdo, DMD, MPH, Tefera Tezera, PhD and Zelalem Negash Mekuria, MD, MPH, MPHN, MA

Article Type: Research Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 0

A health facility based cross-sectional study that employed quantitative research methods. Total of 287 in public health facility teenage girls aged 13-19 years were selected using multi-stage sampling technique. Interviewer administered questionnaire was used to collect data from participants. Analysis of data was performed using EPI info version 7.2.5.0 and exported to SPSS version 20 for descriptive and logistic regression analysis....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510160

Patterns in Implant Discontinuation and Early Removal: A Retrospective Study within a Sexual Health Service

Jennifer Kent, Meenakshi Sethupathi, Angela McDonald and Nerys Ham Betsi

Article Type: Retrospective study | Indexed Archive: Volume 10

The subdermal etonogestrel implant (SDI) is the most effective long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) method and is cost-effective, with its costeffectiveness increasing with duration of use. We wanted to know our own rates of early discontinuation, the commonest reason for early removal and whether there were any factors increasing the likelihood of early removal....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510159

Obesity Indices, Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Mental Health in Obese and Non-Obese Women: A Cross-Sectional Study

Pedro Henrique de Almeida Silva, Iransé Oliveria-Silva, Ayse Suzel Martins Cosme, Amanda Rodrigues Borges and Viviane Soares

Article Type: Original Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 10

Obesity is a contributing factor to depression and anxiety in women and is linked to decreased cardiorespiratory fitness. Middle-aged women with high levels of anxiety and depression have been found to have higher obesity indices. The relationship between obesity and depression/anxiety is bidirectional, with each potentially causing or exacerbating the other. There is evidence to suggest that the association is more likely in individuals with abdominal obesity....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510158

Factors Associated with Abandoning the Practice of Female Genital Mutilation in Guinea: A Secondary Analysis of 2018 Demographic and Health Survey Data

Aissatou Diallo, Tiany Sidibé, Ramata Diallo, Sadan Camara, Madeleine Touré, Alpha Oumar Sall and Mamadou Dioulde Balde

Article Type: Scientific Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 9

A total of 9858 women were included in this study. Of these, 2,743 were in favor of abandoning FGM. The results of the multivariate analysis showed that young adolescent girls, higher education, the richest wealth quintile, and Kissi ethnic group as well as living in the Faranah region were statistically associated with the abandonment of FGM....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510157

Examining the Effect of Urban Household Food Insecurity on Fertility in Lideta Sub-City, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study

Ephrem Tadesse Goda, Terefe Degefa Boshera and Mengistu Ketema Aredo

Article Type: Original Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 9

Despite investment and support for family planning in developing countries, some people living in poverty are hesitant to use modern birth control methods, and usage rates are insufficient. Improved reproductive health is directly related to enhanced nutrition, while optimal nutrition fosters superior reproductive health outcomes. This study aims to examine the relationship between household food insecurity and fertility in Lideta Sub-City, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510148

Trends and Patterns of Maternal Deaths in Sierra Leone, January 2017-December 2020

Kadijatu Nabie Kamara, Z.J. Bah, A. Elduma, J.S. Squire, Joseph Sam Kanu and G. Gebru

Article Type: Original Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 9

Sierra Leone is a country with an extremely high maternal mortality ratio (MMR) with over 1000 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births. We analyzed data from the national maternal death surveillance and response system to describe the trend and determine the burden of maternal deaths in Sierra Leone....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510147

Pregnancy Symptoms and COVID-19 Fear Experienced by Pregnant Women

Rukiye Demir Dikmen, Elif Ayfer Baltaci Yildiz and Aycan Şahin

Article Type: Original Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 9

This research was executed in order to designate the level of symptoms pregnant women experience, and the link between COVID-19 fear and pregnancy symptoms. A questionnaire was carried out on women 12-40 weeks pregnant who consulted Bingöl Maternity and Children Hospital between 11 February-1 July 2022. Data were obtained by “Sociodemographic Form”, “Pregnancy Symptom Inventory (PSI)” and “COVID-19 Fear Scale’’. The research was completed with 390 pregnant women....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510146

Iron Deficiency among a Group Syrian Women: Causes and Treatment

Sarah Sukkariyeh, Caren Latouf and Rim Harfouch

Article Type: Original Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 9

Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies in the world. The aim of our research was to identify the most common causes of iron deficiency anemia and the associated factors of lifestyle, dietary habits and menstrual cycle. We selected a random sample of women attending the gynecology department at Tishreen University Hospital and obtained the results of a complete blood count (HCT and HB) CBC for 100 participating women from April 2022 until the end of June 2022. As a result...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510145

The Relationship between Mothers’ Breastfeeding Anxiety and Fear of COVID-19

Zümrüt Bilgin, PhD, RN, Duygu Tatar, MSc, Selma Berda Şahin, MSc, Tuğba Topcu, MSc, Beyza Aktürk, MSc and İrem Zülal Topçuoğlu, MSc

Article Type: Original Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 9

This study aimed to determine the relationship between breastfeeding anxiety of mothers and fear of COVID-19. The research was designed as a descriptive study. This research was conducted in a maternity hospital in Istanbul between 03 May and 31 August 2021. The study sample consisted of 348 primiparous and multiparous volunteer mothers who had vaginal and cesarean section delivery methods. The research data were collected using the “Descriptive Information Form” and “The Fear of Coronavir...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510144

The Prevalence, Diagnosis, Education, and Treatment of Diastasis Recti Abdominis and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction among Post-Partum Women

Gately Garnett and Abigail Larson

Article Type: Research Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 8

Pregnancy-related structural changes to the abdominal- pelvic region can cause perinatal and postpartum disorders such as diastasis recti (DRA) and pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD).This research describes the occurrence of DRA and PFD symptoms, diagnosis, use of prevention/treatment methods and sources of education among 152 women < 15 months post-partum. Data was gathered using an online survey.150 and 122 participants reported at least some symptoms of PFD and DRA, respectively; 8 and 11 women,...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510143

Client Satisfaction and Associated Factors among Clients Admitted to Obstetrics Wards of Public Hospitals in Central Gondar Zone, Northwest Ethiopia, 2020

Kassahun Desalegn, Yohannes Ayanaw Habitu and Woynhareg Kassa Tiruneh

Article Type: Research Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 8

Client satisfaction has become a substantial indicator to measure the quality of care provided to clients in hospitals. Increasing satisfaction of services has long-term benefits for both the community and patients. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess clients’ satisfaction and associated factors among admitted mothers in obstetrics wards of central Gondar zone public hospitals....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510142

Magnitude and Factors Associated with Utilization of Labor Analgesia among Obstetric Caregivers at Public Hospitals in Sidama Region, Southern Ethiopia

Yitateku Alelgn, Andargachew kassa, Melese Siyoum, Belay Amare, Abebaw Abeje and Berhan Tsegaye

Article Type: Original Research Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 8

The aim of the study was to assess utilization of labor analgesia and associated factors among obstetric caregivers working at public hospitals of Sidama region. Among 346 respondents 143 (41.3%) 95%CI (36.1- 46.2) were utilize labor analgesic, out of them 82(23.7%) were provide non-pharmacological labor analgesia, 60 (17.3%) were provide both pharmacological & non-pharmacological methods....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510141

Assessing Factors that Influence Uptake of Cervical Cancer Screening in Family Guidance Association of Ethiopia, 2014

Fatuma Yassin Bushra and Yonas Girma Shumiye

Article Type: Original Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 8

Cancer of the cervix is the first most common cancer in Ethiopia and is a leading cause of death from cancer among women in low-resource settings, affecting women at a time of life when they are critical to social and economic stability. The development of a screening test for cervical dysplasia has been a major force in diminishing the worldwide incidence and mortality of invasive cervical cancer....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510140

Sero-Prevalence of Hepatitis B Virus Infection and Associated Factors among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care at Edna Adan University Hospital Hargeisa, Somaliland, 2022 - A Cross-Sectional Study

Hussein Mohamud Nour and Ibrahim Abdi Ali

Article Type: Original Research Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 8

Hepatitis B infection is a potentially lifethreatening liver disease caused by the hepatitis B virus. More than 300 million people have chronic liver infections globally and about 600,000 people die annually from the complications of hepatitis B infection. The aim of this study was to determine seroprevalence of HBV and associated factors among pregnant women at Edna Adan University Hospital, Hargeisa, Somaliland....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510139

Knowledge and Attitude of Pregnant Women towards Obstetric Danger Signs amongst Those Attending Antenatal Clinic in Yenagoa Metropolis, South-South, Nigeria

Osegi Nkencho, Eguvbe Anthony Okeoghene and Adam Vincent

Article Type: Original Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 8

This was a cross-sectional descriptive study done amongst pregnant women of child bearing ages attending ANC clinics using an interviewer administered semi-structured questionnaire. Participants were selected using a systematic random sampling technique. There was a knowledge and attitude scoring system developed and applied. The data collected were analyzed using SPSS version 20....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510138

Relationship between Lactate Dehydrogenase and Schistocytes in Patients with HELLP Syndrome

Henry Jose Nava Dugarte, Francis Daniela Garcia Borrero and Dora Z. Moreno

Article Type: Research Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 8

Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy constitute a high incidence pathology and a significant cause of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Therefore, HELLP syndrome is one of the most feared complications. Objective: Establish the relationship between plasma LDH levels and the presence of schistocytes in peripheral blood smears, as well as clinical symptoms and lab results present in this syndrome....

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510137

Application of Reproductive Related Gene Detection in Etiological Analysis of Recurrent Non-Transplantable Embryo

Yingjie Zhou, Peng Liu, Yue Geng and Li Zhang

Article Type: Original Research | Indexed Archive: Volume 8

Gamete maturation and embryonic development are directly related to genetic factors. If the patient has genetic abnormalities, the efficacy of clinical treatment may be seriously affected or even ineffective. In this study, we analyzed the variation of reproductive related gene associated with the adverse outcome of assisted reproductive therapy, recurrent non transferable embryo, and discussed the key points of genetic counseling and the selection of clinical treatment schemes for recurrent non...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510136

Perception of Women on Gender-Based Violence in Guinea: A Qualitative Study

Mamadou Dioulde Balde, Ramata Diallo, Amadou Oury Toure, Alpha Oumar Sall, Anne Marie Soumah, Aissatou Diallo, Sadan Camara, Bienvenu Salim Camara and Boubacar Alpha Diallo

Article Type: Original Article | Indexed Archive: Volume 8

Gender-based violence exists and is increasing worldwide, with higher rates in African regions where gender inequality persists. It affects adolescent girls and adult women. In Guinea, violence against women is a widespread phenomenon. Indeed, 9 out of 10 women aged from 15 to 64 have been victim of at least one act of violence. The objective of this study is to explore the perceptions of women in the community about the violence that they have undergone. It is a qualitative study using focus gr...

 Open Access DOI:10.23937/2474-1353/1510135

Measuring Independent and Controlled Effects of Age at First Marriage and Age at First Birth on Completed Family Size among Women Aged 45-49 in Zambia

Nkuye Moyo, Tina Nanyangwe-Moyo, Xiaochun Qiao, Jilei Wu and Xiaoying Zheng

Article Type: Original Research | Indexed Archive: Volume 8

The link between age at marriage and first birth in explaining completed family size is not always direct, due to heterogeneity in circumstances, that compel individual women to marry or initiate childbearing at a particular age. We analyzed data for 1020 women aged 45- 49 in 2014 of the 1965-1969 birth cohort from the 2013-14 Zambia Demographic and Health Survey (ZDHS). We fitted a bivariate and multivariate multinomial logistic regression to establish the relationship between a mother’s age ...

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