Surgical errors and complications following cesarean delivery in the United States.

Background: Cesarean delivery is the most common inpatient surgery performed internationally. Although cesarean delivery is typically performed to prevent adverse maternal and fetal outcomes, there is still a risk of surgical errors and complications. This study examined maternal and hospital risk factors associated with errors and complications following cesarean delivery in the United States.

A Cross-Sectional Study of the Awareness and Implementation of the in Canadian Employers.

Objectives: The (the Standard) was released in 2013. The objectives of this study were to 1) estimate the proportion of Canadian employers who were aware of the Standard, 2) examine the extent to which the Standard has been implemented, and 3) describe perceived barriers to implementing the Standard in Canadian organizations.

Methods: A cross-sectional survey in Canadian employers was conducted between February 2015 and January 2017.