Unplanned out ‐of‐hospital deliveries in Finland: A national register study on incidence, characteristics and maternal and infant outcomes

ConclusionsThe UOHD rate increased, probably due to multifactorial causes, including living in area with low population density and short duration of labor. UOHD was a significant predictor of perinatal morbidity or mortality, but the numbers were very small. Neonatal morbidity and mortality in UOHDs did not seem to be related to the area or time period of birth.

Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - July 28, 2020 Category: OBGYN Authors: Katja Ovaskainen, Riitta Ojala, Kati Tihtonen, Mika Gissler, Tiina Luukkaala, Outi Tammela Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research