Maternal origin matters: Country of birth as a risk factor for obstetric anal sphincter injuries.

Kristin André Andrea Stuart Karin Källen

Published in: International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (2024)

Country of birth plays an important role in the risk of OASIS. Women from East/Southeast Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa are at significantly increased risk as compared with Swedish-born women, whereas women from South/Central America are at lower risk. FGC is also a significant risk factor for OASIS.

Keyphrases

pregnancy outcomes
polycystic ovary syndrome
pregnant women
gestational age
breast cancer risk
cervical cancer screening
birth weight
insulin resistance
physical activity
metabolic syndrome
low birth weight
body mass index
urinary incontinence