Maternal Mortality: A 5-year analysis at a District Headquarter Hospital in Pakistan.

Background: Maternal mortality ratio is an important figure reflecting the strength of a healthcare system. Traditionally the causes of maternal death are described by the three-delay model. This study was conducted to evaluate the causes and determinants of maternal mortality at a secondary level hospital in a rural area of northern Pakistan over a period of 5 years (2013-17).

A cross-sectional study of indications for cesarean deliveries in Médecins Sans Frontières facilities across 17 countries.

Objective: To review the major indications for cesareans performed by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) personnel from the Operational Center Brussels.

Methods: A retrospective study was undertaken of all singleton cesarean deliveries from 2008-2012 for which indications were recorded. Location of project, age of patient, type of anesthesia, and duration of operation were also recorded.