Spatial and trend analysis of gestational syphilis cases in Brazil from 2011 to 2020: an ecological study.

OBJECTIVES: To analyze the rate of gestational syphilis (GS) based on temporal trends over 11 years, as well as the spatial distribution of GS in Brazil, based on the identification of spatial clusters. METHODOLOGY: An ecological, using Brazil and its regions as an analysis unit, based on gestational syphilis data reported in the Notifiable Diseases Information System (SINAN), from 2011 to 2020. Thematic maps were built for spatial data analysis, and the Prais-Winsten autoregressive model was used to verify the trend. Spatial analysis identified the distribution of clusters (high-high; low-low; high-low and low-high) of distribution of GS across Brazilian municipalities, using a 5% significance level. RESULTS: Gestational syphilis experienced a considerable increase in cases during the studied period, with a peak of 37,436 cases in 2018. The spatial distribution of the disease is heterogeneous in the country. A growing trend was observed in all states of Brazil, except for Espírito Santo, where it remained stationary, with a monthly variation of 10.32%. CONCLUSION: The spatial and temporal trend analysis point to syphilis as an important public health problem. The numbers are alarming and show the urgent need for measures to prevent and control syphilis during pregnancy.

Evolution of mortality rates among women of reproductive age in Brazilian municipalities: an ecological analysis using Global Burden of Disease estimates.

OBJECTIVES: Women's mortality at a reproductive age has been a global concern, and its decrease has been incorporated as a target of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The aim of this study was to describe the spatial-temporal evolution of mortality rates among women of reproductive age in Brazilian municipalities by groups of causes and socioeconomic indicators from 2000 to 2018. STUDY DESIGN: Ecological analysis. METHODS: This work was an ecological, descriptive study that analyzed estimates of mortality rates among women of reproductive age (15-49 years) by main groups of causes of death from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study in three consecutive trienniums, T1 (2000-2002), T2 (2009-2011), and T3 (2016-2018). To quantify the temporal evolution in mortality rates, the present study calculated the percentage change for each triennium. The spatial analysis of mortality rates was carried out using Moran's index. The Pearson coefficient was used to analyze the correlation between the data. RESULTS: A significant decline in mortality rates was found for all groups of causes in all regions of the country. Despite the downward trend, the percentage change from 2009 to 2011 to 2016 to 2018 showed a decrease in the group of Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) and external causes. The decline in mortality rates of women due to external causes showed only a minimal change in the North and Northeast regions from T2 to T3, whereas a cluster of neighboring municipalities with high mortality rates persisted in the municipalities of the South region and in the state of Roraima. The ranking of the main causes of death in Brazilian municipalities showed an increase in neoplasms in detriment to cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). CONCLUSIONS: The main causes of death in women of reproductive age at a more local level could be used to recognize inequalities and to develop interventions aimed at tackling premature and preventable deaths.

Influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on labor and childbirth care practices in Brazil: a cross-sectional study.

BACKGROUND: It has been hypothesized that the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic may have changed the conduct of obstetric practices at the time of labor, delivery, and birth. In Brazil, many practices lacking scientific evidence are implemented in this care, which is charcaterized by excessive use of unnecessary interventions. This scenario may have been worsened by the pandemic. Thus, we analyzed the effects of the pandemic on care during prenatal care and delivery by comparing the results of two surveys (one was administered before the pandemic and the other during the pandemic) in public hospitals in Belo Horizonte - Minas Gerais (MG), Brazil. METHODS: This cross-sectional and comparative study analyzed preliminary data from the study "Childbirth and breastfeeding in children of mothers infected with SARS-CoV-2", which was conducted in three referral maternity hospitals in Belo Horizonte - MG during the pandemic in the first half of 2020 in Brazil. The final sample consisted of 1532 eligible women. These results were compared with data from 390 puerperae who gave birth in the three public hospitals in the study "Birth in Belo Horizonte: labor and birth survey", conducted before the pandemic to investigate the changes in practices of labor and delivery care for the mother and her newborn, with or without COVID-19 infection, before and during the pandemic. In this research, "Birth in Belo Horizonte: labor and birth survey", data collection was performed between November 2011 and March 2013 by previously trained nurses. Between study comparisons were performed using Pearson's chi-square test, with a confidence level of 95%, and using Stata statistical program. RESULTS: We found a significant increase in practices recommended by the World Health Organization during the pandemic including the following: diet offering (48.90 to 98.65%), non-pharmacological pain relief (43.84 to 67.57%), and breastfeeding in the newborn´s first hour of life (60.31 to 77.98%) (p < 0.001). We found a significant reduction of non-recommended interventions, such as routine use of episiotomy (15.73 to 2.09%), the Kristeller maneuver (16.55 to 0.94%), oxytocin infusion misused (45.55 to 28.07%), amniotomy (30.81 to 15.08%), and lithotomy position during labor (71.23 to 6.54%) (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION: Our study revealed a statistically significant increase in the proportion of use of recommended practices and a reduction in non-recommended practices during labor and delivery. However, despite advances in the establishment of World Health Organization recommended practices in labor, delivery, and birth, the predominance of interventionist and medicalized practices persists, which is worsened by events, such as the pandemic.

Environmental and individual factors associated with gestational weight gain.

BACKGROUND: Environmental factors have an impact on inappropriate food choices and sedentary lifestyle, and both individually and in combination these factors favour improper gestational weight gain (GWG) and consequent maternal and neonatal health problems. The objective of this study was to analyze the environmental and individual factors associated with GWG. METHODS: Data were from "Born in Belo Horizonte: Survey on childbirth and birth", a hospital-based retrospective cohort of 506 pregnant women with deliveries in public and private maternity hospitals in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Data were collected via face-to-face interviews from November 2011 to March 2013. The outcome variable of this study was the GWG categorized based on the Institute of Medicine Guidelines. Explanatory environmental variables included the availability and access to food environment and places available for physical activity in the neighborhood. Explanatory individual variables included socioeconomic and demographic, obstetric and childbirth variables. Generalized estimating equations examined the association of environmental and individual factors with insufficient or excessive GWG. RESULTS: The final sample consisted of 506 mothers. There was 36.4% pregnant women showing excessive GWG and 22.7% showing GWG below the recommended interval. Regarding excessive GWG, there was a positive association with the number of mixed food purchasing establishments close to the place of residence, pre-pregnancy body mass index in the categories of overweight and obesity, arterial hypertension and the private sector as the predominant place for prenatal consultations. CONCLUSION: GWG outside of the recommended interval was associated with individual and environmental factors, and most pregnant women had insufficient or excessive gestational weight gain. Such results can complement previously published evidence, important for creating more effective strategies for the prevention of excessive and inadequate GWG and the consequent problems related to it during pregnancy.

Trends in cesarean section rates in Brazil by Robson classification group, 2014-2020.

OBJECTIVES: to evaluate the trends in cesarean sections from 2014 to 2020 across both public and private sectors, utilizing the Robson Classification. METHODS: this time series study analyzed the proportion of women who underwent cesarean sections between 2014 and 2020, considering both the Robson classification and the type of healthcare service. Trend analysis was conducted using the Prais-Winsten regression. RESULTS: higher proportions of cesarean sections were observed in all Robson groups within the private sector compared to the public sector. This was despite a decreasing trend in the private sector and an increasing trend in the public sector. Notably, elevated proportions of cesarean sections were recorded in groups that are typically favorable to normal childbirth (Robson 1, 4, and 5). CONCLUSIONS: although there was a decreasing trend in cesarean sections within the private sector, an increasing trend was observed in the public sector. Additionally, there was a high proportion of cesarean sections among women with conditions favorable to normal childbirth. It is crucial to continuously monitor these indicators to evaluate and implement interventions aimed at reducing unnecessary cesarean sections.

Time series analysis: trend in late maternal mortality in Brazil, 2010-2019.

To analyze the temporal trend of the late maternal mortality ratio (LMMR) in Brazil and its geographic regions in the period from 2010 to 2019, an ecological time series study was conducted. Data related to late maternal mortality from information systems of the Brazilian Ministry of Health were used. Statistical analysis used Prais-Winsten autoregressive models. A total of 1,470 late maternal deaths were reported in Brazil, resulting in an LMMR of 5 deaths per 100,000 live births. The late maternal mortality records revealed regional disparities, with the lowest index in the North (3.5/100,000 live births) and the highest in the South (8.3/100,000 live births). The LMMR showed an increasing trend in the country, with a general increase in the LMMR in the period and a mean annual percentage variation of 9.79% (95%CI: 4.32; 15.54). The Central-West region led this increase, with a mean annual percentage change of 26.06% (95%CI: 16.36; 36.56), followed by the North and Northeast regions, with 23.5% (95%CI: 13.93; 33.88). About 83% of the reported late maternal deaths were investigated, and 65.6% were corrected by the Maternal Mortality Committees. These findings highlight the relevance of late maternal mortality as an important indicator for maternal health, which is often invisible. The increase in the LMMR result from the improvement in the quality of the registration of these deaths in recent years in Brazil, and especially from the work of investigating deaths. The fragility of reporting with regional disparities points to the need for a more comprehensive approach that promotes equity and prevention of avoidable late maternal mortality.

Trends in fertility rates, proportion of antenatal consultations and caesarean sections among Brazilian adolescents.

OBJECTIVE: To analyze the temporal trends in the fertility rate, proportion of antenatal consultations and caesarean sections in Brazilian adolescents aged 15 to 19, between 2000 and 2015. Methods: The fertility rate, proportion of prenatal consultations and proportion of routes of birth were calculated using data from DATASUS. The trend analysis was performed using the Prais-Winsten regression model and the annual percentage change. RESULTS: There was a trend of reduction of 3.5% per year in the fertility rate among adolescents (p<0.05), in addition to an increasing trend of 6% per year in the proportion of more than six antenatal consultations (p <0.0001) and an increasing trend of 6.8% per year in the proportion of caesarean sections (p<0.0001). CONCLUSION: Despite the decreasing trend in fertility rates among Brazilian adolescents, they remain high. Also noteworthy is the growing trend for caesarean sections, even with improved access to antenatal care.

Association between early pregnant hospitalization and use of obstetric interventions and cesarean: a cross-sectional study.

OBJECTIVE: Evaluate the association between early pregnant hospitalization and the use of obstetric interventions and cesarean delivery route. METHODS: Cross-sectional study, with 758 women selected at the time of childbirth. It was assumed as early hospitalization when the woman was admitted to the hospital having less than 6 cm of cervical dilation. Logistic regression models were constructed in order to estimate the odds ratio for each obstetric intervention, adjusted by sociodemographic and obstetric variables. RESULTS: 73.22% of women were early hospitalized. On average, they had 1.97 times the chance to undergo Kristeller's maneuver, 2.59 and 1.80 times the chance to receive oxytocin infusion and analgesia, respectively, and 8 times more chances to having their children by cesarean delivery when compared to women that had timely hospitalization. CONCLUSION: Early hospitalized women were submitted to a higher number of obstetric intervention and had increased chances of undergoing cesarean sections.

[Trend of perinatal mortality in Belo Horizonte, 1984 to 2005]. / Tendência da mortalidade perinatal em Belo Horizonte, 1984 a 2005.

The study aimed at to analyze the tendency of the mortality perinatal in the municipal district of Belo Horizonte in the period from 1984 to 2005. The source of the data was the System of Information of Mortality. Took place simple lineal regression to esteem the tendency of reduction of the percentile of unknown information in the system and of the mortality taxes. The improvement of the quality of the information went significant just for the maternal education and weight when being born. The medium reduction of the mortality perinatal in the period was of 57,52%. The decrease of the mortality perinatal in the last two decades in Belo Horizonte it was significant, but efforts should be addressed in the sense of improving the complete of the System of Information of Mortality for important variables in the elaboration of the indicators perinatais.

Obstetric analgesia in labor and its association with neonatal outcomes.

OBJETIVE: To investigate the association between analgesia during labor and occurrence of neonatal outcomes. METHOD: Retrospective cohort study with medical records of 850 parturient. The exposure variable of interest was receiving pharmacological analgesia during labor and neonatal outcomes were: one- and five-minute Apgar, resuscitation maneuvers and referral of the newborn to Neonatal ICU. A logistic regression was carried out to obtain Odds Ratios and 95% confidence interval, with adjustment for confounding factors. RESULTS: Among the women studied, 35% received analgesia and this use was associated with a greater chance of neonatal outcomes such as one-minute Apgar < 7 (p <0.0001), resuscitation maneuvers (p <0.001) and referral to the Neonatal ICU (p = 0.004), mostly were among low-risk pregnant women, even after adjustments. CONCLUSION: The use of pharmacological analgesia during labor is associated with one-minute Apgar < 7, resuscitation maneuvers and referral to the Neonatal ICU.

Social and obstetric inequalities and vaccination in pregnant women.

OBJECTIVES: to analyze the association of socioeconomic level and obstetric characteristics with vaccine registration of pregnant women. METHODS: cross-sectional study, performed with 480 women in puerperal. Vaccination of pregnant women was considered a dependent variable and as independent variables were age, skin color, education, steady union, paid work, and number of prenatal consultations. Association between variables was verified by the Poisson's regression model. RESULTS: from 480 pregnant women's health cards, 10.63% had information on hepatitis B vaccination; 31.46% for tetanus; and 90% of the health cards had not register for influenza. There was an association of paid work and number of prenatal consultations with hepatitis B vaccination. CONCLUSIONS: lower percentages in absence of vaccination occurred in women who were in the job market and had a higher number of prenatal consultations. This suggests that socioeconomic inequalities may interfere with the vaccination of pregnant women in health services.

Born in Belo Horizonte: the trajectory of parturient women and their reproductive outcomes.

OBJECTIVE: To analyze the trajectory taken by pregnant women for delivery care in Belo Horizonte and its relation with the reproductive outcomes. METHOD: A cross-sectional study using a database from a study conducted in Belo Horizonte. The studied variables were referent to the trajectory of women seeking delivery care, to their social, demographic and health care characteristics, and to the reproductive outcomes. Odds Ratios were estimated with their 95% confidence intervals to evaluate the factors associated with unfavorable trajectory and outcomes. RESULTS: A total of 1,087 cases were studied, of which 39.3% had an unfavorable trajectory. The chance of having an unfavorable trajectory was higher for women who were not Belo Horizonte residents, with lower education, non-white race/color, and who had undergone prenatal care in public healthcare service. The prevalence of reproductive outcomes was similar regardless of the trajectory status, except for vaginal delivery. CONCLUSION: An unfavorable trajectory remains high, and shows weaknesses in the health care services network to guarantee timely and qualified access to pregnant women. However, the care received in the health services outweighs the risks of an unfavorable trajectory.

Trends in cesarean section rates in Brazil by Robson classification group, 2014-2020 / Tendencia de la tasa de cesárea en Brasil por grupo de clasificación de Robson, 2014-2020 / Tendência da taxa de cesariana no Brasil por grupo de classificação de Robson, 2014-2020

ABSTRACT Objectives: to evaluate the trends in cesarean sections from 2014 to 2020 across both public and private sectors, utilizing the Robson Classification. Methods: this time series study analyzed the proportion of women who underwent cesarean sections between 2014 and 2020, considering both the Robson classification and the type of healthcare service. Trend analysis was conducted using the Prais-Winsten regression. Results: higher proportions of cesarean sections were observed in all Robson groups within the private sector compared to the public sector. This was despite a decreasing trend in the private sector and an increasing trend in the public sector. Notably, elevated proportions of cesarean sections were recorded in groups that are typically favorable to normal childbirth (Robson 1, 4, and 5). Conclusions: although there was a decreasing trend in cesarean sections within the private sector, an increasing trend was observed in the public sector. Additionally, there was a high proportion of cesarean sections among women with conditions favorable to normal childbirth. It is crucial to continuously monitor these indicators to evaluate and implement interventions aimed at reducing unnecessary cesarean sections.

RESUMEN Objetivos: evaluar la tendencia de las cesáreas, en el período de 2014 a 2020, en los sectores público y privado según la Clasificación de Robson. Métodos: estudio de serie temporal de la proporción de mujeres que tuvieron cesáreas entre 2014 y 2020, considerando la clasificación de Robson y el tipo de servicio. Para el análisis de tendencia, se utilizó la regresión de Prais-Winsten. Resultados: se observaron mayores proporciones de cesáreas en todos los grupos de Robson en el sector privado en comparación con el público, incluso con una tendencia a la reducción en el privado y un aumento en el público. También se registraron proporciones elevadas de cesáreas en grupos favorables al parto normal (Robson 1, 4 y 5). Conclusiones: a pesar de la tendencia a la reducción de las cesáreas en el sector privado, hubo una tendencia creciente en el público y una elevada proporción de cesáreas en mujeres con condiciones favorables al parto normal. Se destaca la necesidad de monitorear estos indicadores para evaluar y proponer intervenciones para la reducción de cesáreas innecesarias.

RESUMO Objetivos: avaliar a tendência de cesáreas, no período de 2014 a 2020, nos setores público e privado segundo a Classificação de Robson. Métodos: estudo de série temporal da proporção de mulheres que tiveram cesáreas entre 2014 e 2020, considerando a classificação de Robson e o tipo de serviço. Para análise de tendência, utilizou-se a regressão de Prais-Winsten. Resultados: observaram-se maiores proporções de cesáreas em todos os grupos de Robson no setor privado em relação ao público, mesmo com tendência de redução no privado e aumento no público. Também foram registradas elevadas proporções de cesáreas em grupos favoráveis ao parto normal (Robson 1, 4 e 5). Conclusões: apesar da tendência de redução das cesáreas no setor privado, houve tendência crescente no público e elevada proporção de cesáreas em mulheres com condições favoráveis ao parto normal. Ressalta-se a necessidade de monitorar esses indicadores para avaliar e propor intervenções para a redução de cesáreas desnecessárias.

Time series analysis: trend in late maternal mortality in Brazil, 2010-2019 / Análisis de serie temporal: tendencia de la mortalidad materna tardía en Brasil, 2010-2019 / Análise de série temporal: tendência da mortalidade materna tardia no Brasil, 2010-2019

Abstract: To analyze the temporal trend of the late maternal mortality ratio (LMMR) in Brazil and its geographic regions in the period from 2010 to 2019, an ecological time series study was conducted. Data related to late maternal mortality from information systems of the Brazilian Ministry of Health were used. Statistical analysis used Prais-Winsten autoregressive models. A total of 1,470 late maternal deaths were reported in Brazil, resulting in an LMMR of 5 deaths per 100,000 live births. The late maternal mortality records revealed regional disparities, with the lowest index in the North (3.5/100,000 live births) and the highest in the South (8.3/100,000 live births). The LMMR showed an increasing trend in the country, with a general increase in the LMMR in the period and a mean annual percentage variation of 9.79% (95%CI: 4.32; 15.54). The Central-West region led this increase, with a mean annual percentage change of 26.06% (95%CI: 16.36; 36.56), followed by the North and Northeast regions, with 23.5% (95%CI: 13.93; 33.88). About 83% of the reported late maternal deaths were investigated, and 65.6% were corrected by the Maternal Mortality Committees. These findings highlight the relevance of late maternal mortality as an important indicator for maternal health, which is often invisible. The increase in the LMMR result from the improvement in the quality of the registration of these deaths in recent years in Brazil, and especially from the work of investigating deaths. The fragility of reporting with regional disparities points to the need for a more comprehensive approach that promotes equity and prevention of avoidable late maternal mortality.

Resumen: Con el objetivo de evaluar la tendencia temporal de la tasa de mortalidad materna tardía (TMMT) en Brasil y sus regiones geográficas para el período de 2010 a 2019, se realizó un estudio de serie temporal ecológica. Se utilizaron datos relacionados con la mortalidad materna tardía de los sistemas de información del Ministerio de la Salud de Brasil. El análisis estadístico empleó modelos de regresión de Prais-Winsten. Hubo 1.470 muertes maternas tardías en Brasil, lo que resultó en una TMMT de 5 muertes por cada 100.000 nacidos vivos. Los registros de mortalidad materna tardía revelaron disparidades regionales con la tasa más baja en la Región Norte (3,5/100.0000 nacidos vivos) y la más alta en la Región Sur (8,3/100.000 nacidos vivos). Hubo una tendencia a aumento de TMMT en el país, con un incremento general de TMMT para el período y una variación media porcentual anual de un 9,79% (IC95%: 4,32; 15,54). La Región Centro-oeste presentó las tasas más elevadas, con una variación media porcentual anual de un 26,06% (IC95%: 16,6; 36,56), seguida de las regiones Norte y Nordeste, con un 23,5% (IC95%: 13,93; 33,88). Aproximadamente el 83% de las muertes materna tardía reportadas fueron investigadas, y el 65,6% fue corregido por los Comités de Mortalidad Materna. Estos hallazgos muestran la relevancia de la mortalidad materna tardía como un indicador de importancia para la salud materna, muchas veces invisibilizada. El incremento en la TMMT encontrada puede deberse a la mejora en la calidad del registro de estas muertes en los últimos años en Brasil, especialmente de la investigación de las muertes. La debilidad de las notificaciones con disparidades regionales apunta a la necesidad de un enfoque más integral que promueva la equidad y la prevención de la mortalidad materna tardía evitable.

Resumo: Com o propósito de analisar a tendência temporal da razão de mortalidade materna tardia (RMMT) no Brasil e suas regiões geográficas no período de 2010 a 2019, conduziu-se um estudo ecológico de série temporal. Foram utilizados dados relacionados à mortalidade materna tardia, provenientes de sistemas de informação do Ministério da Saúde. A análise estatística empregou modelos autorregressivos de Prais-Winsten. Foram notificados 1.470 óbitos maternos tardios no Brasil, resultando em uma RMMT de 5 óbitos a cada 100 mil nascidos vivos. Os registros de mortalidade materna tardia revelaram disparidades regionais com o menor índice na Região Norte (3,5/100 mil nascidos vivos) e o maior na Região Sul (8,3/100 mil nascidos vivos). Houve tendência crescente da RMMT no país, com aumento geral no período e variação percentual média anual de 9,79% (IC95%: 4,32; 15,54). A Região Centro-oeste liderou esse aumento, com variação percentual média anual de 26,06% (IC95%: 16,36; 36,56), seguida pelas regiões Norte e Nordeste, com 23,5% (IC95%: 13,93; 33,88). Cerca de 83% das mortes maternas tardias declaradas foram investigadas, sendo que 65,6% foram corrigidas pelos Comitês de Mortalidade Materna. Esses achados ressaltam a relevância da mortalidade materna tardia como um indicador de importância para a saúde materna muitas vezes invisibilizado. O aumento da RMMT verificado pode ser resultado da melhoria da qualidade do registro desses óbitos nos últimos anos no Brasil, sobretudo do trabalho de investigação dos óbitos. A fragilidade das notificações com as disparidades regionais aponta a necessidade de uma abordagem abrangente que promova equidade e prevenção de mortalidade materna tardia evitáveis.

The work of nurses in high-risk prenatal care from the perspective of basic human needs.

OBJECTIVE: To analyze the work of nurses in high-risk prenatal care in secondary care, considering nursing problems and the basic human needs of pregnant women. METHOD: Cross-sectional and quantitative study, developed in a high-risk prenatal care clinic. Data were selected in the records of the nursing consultation. The studied variables were related to sociodemographic and obstetric characteristics, in addition to nursing problems. We performed the descriptive analysis of the data and the grouping of nursing problems within the levels of Basic Human Needs (BHN). RESULTS: We evaluated 54 nursing consultations of pregnant women, mostly young, multiparous, and with nine or more years of study. Every pregnant woman reported, on average, 7.4 nursing problems. The psychobiological BHN prevailed in relation to psychosocial ones. CONCLUSION: In high-risk prenatal care, nurses can use the nursing consultation considering their mastery of light technologies to engage with hard and light-hard technologies.

[Multiple causes of maternal mortality related to abortion in Minas Gerais State, Brazil, 2000-2011]. / Causas múltiplas de mortalidade materna relacionada ao aborto no Estado de Minas Gerais, Brasil, 2000-2011.

This study aimed to analyze trends in maternal mortality from abortion in Minas Gerais State, Brazil, from 2000 to 2011, addressing multiple causes of death. The analysis focused on women's social and demographic characteristics, year, location, and underlying and associated causes of death. Maternal mortality ratio (MMR) and abortion-specific ratio were calculated for each year, as well as Spearman's correlation coefficient (p < 0.05), to assess the trend in ratios during the study period. One hundred and eighty-three deaths from abortion were recorded, accounting for 15% of maternal deaths, and MMR remained stable. The ratio between multiple causes and underlying cause of death from abortion was 1.38. Use of the multiple-causes method proved effective for lending greater visibility to abortion. Problems deriving from the illegality of abortion in Brazil favor the appearance of causes that mask maternal deaths, in addition to their underreporting. Inter-sector actions are thus necessary to define strategies for reducing social inequalities and improving the quality of services for women.

Avaliação da qualidade dos registros de cartões de pré-natal de mulheres urbanas / Evaluación de la calidad de los registros de tarjeta prenatal de mujeres urbanas / Quality assessment of antenatal care home-based records of urban women

Resumo Objetivo Avaliar registros dos cartões de pré-natal de puérperas atendidas em maternidades públicas e privadas. Método Estudo transversal que analisou fotos de 394 cartões de pré-natal de mulheres que participaram da pesquisa Nascer em Belo Horizonte. Os registros foram avaliados quanto ao preenchimento, legibilidade e completude das informações sociodemográficas, clínicas, obstétricas e exames laboratoriais. Resultados Evidenciou-se que 88,5% dos cartões não apresentaram registro do nome da unidade básica de referência, 76,9%, da maternidade de referência e 82,4%, da instituição de realização do pré-natal. A avaliação do edema, o uso de sulfato ferroso e ácido fólico não foram registrados em 55%, 91,1% e 92,6% dos cartões, respectivamente. A ausência de registros no gráfico de peso foi identificada em 86,8% dos cartões, e no de altura uterina, 79,7%. Conclusão e implicações para a prática Existem grandes lacunas no registro do processo de cuidado pré-natal nos cartões e cadernetas, o que pode comprometer a qualidade da assistência e o acompanhamento das gestantes. Os achados apontam para a necessidade da educação permanente em serviço direcionada aos profissionais de saúde, como os enfermeiros, quanto à importância da realização e registro das ações preconizadas no cuidado pré-natal.

Resumen Objetivo Analizar registros de las tarjetas de prenatal de puérperas atendidas en maternidades públicas y privadas. Métodos Estudio transversal, con fotos de 394 tarjetas de prenatal, provenientes de la investigación Nascer em Belo Horizonte (Nacer en Belo Horizonte), que analizó registros en cuanto al llenado, legibilidad y completitud de las informaciones sociodemográficas, clínicas, obstétricas y exámenes de laboratorio. Resultados El 88,5% de las tarjetas no tuvieron registro del nombre de la unidad básica de referencia, el 76,9%, de la maternidad de referencia y el 82,4%, de la institución de realización del prenatal. Evaluación del edema, uso de sulfato ferroso y ácido fólico no se registraron en el 55%, 91,1% y 92,6% de las tarjetas, respectivamente. La ausencia de registros en el gráfico de peso fue identificada en el 86,8% de las tarjetas, y en el 79,7% de altura uterina. Conclusión Existen grandes lagunas en el registro del proceso de asistencia prenatal, pudiendo comprometer la calidad de la asistencia y el acompañamiento de las gestantes. Implicaciones para la práctica Se necesita educación permanente dirigida a profesionales de la salud, como enfermeras, sobre la importancia de llevar a cabo y registrar las acciones recomendadas en la atención prenatal.

Abstract Objective To evaluate the antenatal care (ANC) home-based records of puerperal women attended in public and private maternity hospitals. Methods Cross-sectional study that analyzed photographs of 394 ANC home-based records of women who participated in the research Nascer em Belo Horizonte (Born in Belo Horizonte, in free translation). Records were assessed regarding completeness, legibility and completeness of sociodemographic, clinical, obstetric and laboratory data. Results 88.5% of the cards had no record of the name of the primary care unit of reference, 76.9% of the maternity of reference and 82.4% of the ANC institution. Evaluation of edema, use of ferrous sulfate and folic acid were not registered in 55%, 91.1% and 92.6% of the cards, respectively. The absence of records in the weight chart was identified in 86.8% of the cards, and in the uterine height chart, 79.7%. Conclusions and implications for practice There are large gaps in the registration of the ANC process in the home-based records, which may compromise the quality of care and follow-up of pregnant women. The findings point to the need for permanent education in service directed to health professionals, such as nurses, regarding the importance of carrying out and registering the actions recommended in ANC.

Trends in fertility rates, proportion of antenatal consultations and caesarean sections among Brazilian adolescents / Tendencias de las tasas de fertilidad, proporción de consultas de prenatal y cesarianas entre adolescentes brasileñas / Tendência das taxas de fertilidade, proporção de consultas de prénatal e cesarianas entre adolescentes brasileiras

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the temporal trends in the fertility rate, proportion of antenatal consultations and caesarean sections in Brazilian adolescents aged 15 to 19, between 2000 and 2015. Methods: The fertility rate, proportion of prenatal consultations and proportion of routes of birth were calculated using data from DATASUS. The trend analysis was performed using the Prais-Winsten regression model and the annual percentage change. Results: There was a trend of reduction of 3.5% per year in the fertility rate among adolescents (p<0.05), in addition to an increasing trend of 6% per year in the proportion of more than six antenatal consultations (p <0.0001) and an increasing trend of 6.8% per year in the proportion of caesarean sections (p<0.0001). Conclusion: Despite the decreasing trend in fertility rates among Brazilian adolescents, they remain high. Also noteworthy is the growing trend for caesarean sections, even with improved access to antenatal care.

RESUMEN Objetivo: Analizar las tendencias temporales de la tasa de fertilidad, proporción de consultas de prenatal y cesarianas en adolescentes brasileñas de 15 a 19 años, entre 2000 y 2015. Métodos: La tasa de fertilidad, proporción de consultas de prenatal y proporción de vías de nacimiento fueran calculadas con datos del DATASUS. Análisis de tendencia realizada utilizándose modelo de regresión de Prais-Winsten y la tasa de variación media anual. Resultados: Observó tendencia de reducción de 3,5% al año de la tasa de fertilidad entre las adolescentes (p<0,05), además de tendencia creciente de 6% al año de la proporción de más de seis consultas de prenatal (p<0,0001) y tendencia creciente de 6,8% al año de la proporción de cesarianas (p<0,0001). Conclusión: Aunque la tendencia decreciente de la tasa de fertilidad en adolescentes brasileñas, ellas aún permanecen elevadas. Destaca también la tendencia creciente de cesarianas, mismo con la mejoría del acceso al prenatal.

RESUMO Objetivo: Analisar as tendências temporais da taxa de fertilidade, proporção de consultas de prénatal e cesarianas em adolescentes brasileiras de 15 a 19 anos, entre 2000 e 2015. Métodos: A taxa de fertilidade, proporção de consultas de pré-natal e proporção de vias de nascimento foram calculadas com dados do DATASUS. A análise de tendência foi realizada utilizando-se o modelo de regressão de Prais-Winsten e a taxa de variação média anual. Resultados: Observou-se tendência de redução de 3,5% ao ano da taxa de fertilidade entre as adolescentes (p<0,05), além de tendência crescente de 6% ao ano da proporção de mais de seis consultas de pré-natal (p<0,0001) e tendência crescente de 6,8% ao ano da proporção de cesarianas (p<0,0001). Conclusão: Apesar da tendência decrescente da taxa de fertilidade nas adolescentes brasileiras, elas ainda permanecem elevadas. Destaca-se também a tendência crescente de cesarianas, mesmo com a melhoria do acesso ao pré-natal.

Trends in fertility rates, proportion of antenatal consultations and caesarean sections among Brazilian adolescents / Tendencias de las tasas de fertilidad, proporción de consultas de prenatal y cesarianas entre adolescentes brasileñas / Tendência das taxas de fertilidade, proporção de consultas de prénatal e cesarianas entre adolescentes brasileiras

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the temporal trends in the fertility rate, proportion of antenatal consultations and caesarean sections in Brazilian adolescents aged 15 to 19, between 2000 and 2015. Methods: The fertility rate, proportion of prenatal consultations and proportion of routes of birth were calculated using data from DATASUS. The trend analysis was performed using the Prais-Winsten regression model and the annual percentage change. Results: There was a trend of reduction of 3.5% per year in the fertility rate among adolescents (p<0.05), in addition to an increasing trend of 6% per year in the proportion of more than six antenatal consultations (p <0.0001) and an increasing trend of 6.8% per year in the proportion of caesarean sections (p<0.0001). Conclusion: Despite the decreasing trend in fertility rates among Brazilian adolescents, they remain high. Also noteworthy is the growing trend for caesarean sections, even with improved access to antenatal care.

RESUMEN Objetivo: Analizar las tendencias temporales de la tasa de fertilidad, proporción de consultas de prenatal y cesarianas en adolescentes brasileñas de 15 a 19 años, entre 2000 y 2015. Métodos: La tasa de fertilidad, proporción de consultas de prenatal y proporción de vías de nacimiento fueran calculadas con datos del DATASUS. Análisis de tendencia realizada utilizándose modelo de regresión de Prais-Winsten y la tasa de variación media anual. Resultados: Observó tendencia de reducción de 3,5% al año de la tasa de fertilidad entre las adolescentes (p<0,05), además de tendencia creciente de 6% al año de la proporción de más de seis consultas de prenatal (p<0,0001) y tendencia creciente de 6,8% al año de la proporción de cesarianas (p<0,0001). Conclusión: Aunque la tendencia decreciente de la tasa de fertilidad en adolescentes brasileñas, ellas aún permanecen elevadas. Destaca también la tendencia creciente de cesarianas, mismo con la mejoría del acceso al prenatal.

RESUMO Objetivo: Analisar as tendências temporais da taxa de fertilidade, proporção de consultas de prénatal e cesarianas em adolescentes brasileiras de 15 a 19 anos, entre 2000 e 2015. Métodos: A taxa de fertilidade, proporção de consultas de pré-natal e proporção de vias de nascimento foram calculadas com dados do DATASUS. A análise de tendência foi realizada utilizando-se o modelo de regressão de Prais-Winsten e a taxa de variação média anual. Resultados: Observou-se tendência de redução de 3,5% ao ano da taxa de fertilidade entre as adolescentes (p<0,05), além de tendência crescente de 6% ao ano da proporção de mais de seis consultas de pré-natal (p<0,0001) e tendência crescente de 6,8% ao ano da proporção de cesarianas (p<0,0001). Conclusão: Apesar da tendência decrescente da taxa de fertilidade nas adolescentes brasileiras, elas ainda permanecem elevadas. Destaca-se também a tendência crescente de cesarianas, mesmo com a melhoria do acesso ao pré-natal.

Association between early pregnant hospitalization and use of obstetric interventions and cesarean: a cross-sectional study / Relación entre internación precoz de embarazadas y uso de intervenciones obstétrica y cesarianas: estudio transversal / Associação entre internação precoce de gestantes e uso de intervenções obstétricas e cesarianas: estudo transversal

ABSTRACT Objective: Evaluate the association between early pregnant hospitalization and the use of obstetric interventions and cesarean delivery route. Methods: Cross-sectional study, with 758 women selected at the time of childbirth. It was assumed as early hospitalization when the woman was admitted to the hospital having less than 6 cm of cervical dilation. Logistic regression models were constructed in order to estimate the odds ratio for each obstetric intervention, adjusted by sociodemographic and obstetric variables. Results: 73.22% of women were early hospitalized. On average, they had 1.97 times the chance to undergo Kristeller's maneuver, 2.59 and 1.80 times the chance to receive oxytocin infusion and analgesia, respectively, and 8 times more chances to having their children by cesarean delivery when compared to women that had timely hospitalization. Conclusion: Early hospitalized women were submitted to a higher number of obstetric intervention and had increased chances of undergoing cesarean sections.

RESUMEN Objetivo: Evaluar relación entre internación precoz de embarazadas y uso de intervenciones obstétricas y vía de nacimiento cesariana. Métodos: Estudio transversal, con 758 mujeres seleccionadas por ocasión de realización de parto. Se asumió como internación precoz cuando la mujer ha sido admitida en hospital teniendo menos que 6 cm de dilatación cervical. Han construidos modelos de regresión logística para estimar la odds ratio para cada intervención obstétrica, ajustados por variables sociodemográficas y obstétricas. Resultados: De las mujeres, 73,22% se internaron precozmente. En media, estas tuvieron 1,97 veces la chance de sufrieren la maniobra de Kristeller, 2,59 y 1,80 veces la chance de recibir la infusión de oxitocina y analgesia, respectivamente, y 8 veces más chances de tener sus hijos por cesariana cuando comparadas a las mujeres que tuvieron internación oportuna. Conclusión: Mujeres internadas precozmente se someten a un mayor número de intervención obstétrica y tuvieron chances aumentadas de sufrir cesarianas.

RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar a associação entre a internação precoce de gestantes e o uso de intervenções obstétricas e via de nascimento cesariana. Métodos: Estudo transversal, com 758 mulheres selecionadas por ocasião da realização de parto. Assumiu-se como internação precoce quando a mulher foi admitida no hospital tendo menos que 6 cm de dilatação cervical. Foram construídos modelos de regressão logística para estimar a odds ratio para cada intervenção obstétrica, ajustados pelas variáveis sociodemográficas e obstétricas. Resultados: Das mulheres, 73,22% foram internadas precocemente. Em média, estas tiveram 1,97 vezes a chance de sofrerem a manobra de Kristeller, 2,59 e 1,80 vezes a chance de receberem a infusão de ocitocina e analgesia, respectivamente, e 8 vezes mais chances de terem seus filhos por cesariana quando comparadas às mulheres que tiveram a internação oportuna. Conclusão: Mulheres internadas precocemente foram submetidas a um maior número de intervenção obstétrica e tiveram chances aumentadas de sofrerem cesarianas.