Disrespect and abuse during childbirth in maternity hospitals in Piauí, Brazil: A cross-sectional study.

Objectives: To assess the prevalence and associated factors of disrespect and abuse during childbirth in Piauí, Brazil.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed with 698 postpartum women in 21 maternity hospitals in 14 municipalities between August 2018 and September 2019. Face-to-face interviews were performed at least 6 h after birth, with an assessment of disrespect and abuse during childbirth.