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
cervical cancer screening
insulin resistance
body mass index
high grade
weight loss
preterm infants