Serum calcium-magnesium ratio in women with pre-eclampsia at a tertiary hospital in Nigeria.

Objective: To determine the serum calcium-magnesium ratio in pre-eclampsia and compare with normotensives.

Methods: A case-control study was conducted in a tertiary hospital between October 2017 and March 2018 among 81 pregnant women (27 cases and 54 controls matched for age, gestational age, and parity). An interviewer-administered questionnaire was used to obtain data on demography/clinical history.

Perception and attitude of women with previous caesarean section towards repeat caesarean delivery.

Objective: To explore the perception and attitude of women with previous caesarean section towards repeat caesarean section.

Method: Observational study of women with prior caesarean delivery using an anonymous semi-structured questionnaire. Information elicited include the socio-demographic characteristics, outcome of the last caesarean delivery, experience of complications or domestic violence, acceptance of repeat caesarean section if advised by the doctor and the reason for any refusal.