The Nordic Obstetric Surveillance Study – NOSS: A study of complete uterine rupture, abnormally invasive placenta, peripartum hysterectomy and severe blood loss at delivery

ConclusionThe studied obstetric complications are rare. Uniform definitions and valid reporting is essential for international comparisons. The main risk factors include previous cesarean section. The detailed information collected in the NOSS database provides a basis for epidemiologic studies, audits and educational activities.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - April 1, 2015 Category: OBGYN Authors: Lotte B. Colmorn, Kathrine B. Petersen, Maija Jakobsson, Pelle G. Lindqvist, Kari Klungsoyr, Karin Källen, Ragnheidur I. Bjarnadottir, Anna‐Maija Tapper, Per E. Børdahl, Karin Gottvall, Lars Thurn, Mika Gissler, Lone Krebs, Jens Langhoff‐Roos Tags: Original Article Source Type: research