The trend of caesarean birth rate changes in China after 'universal two-child policy' era: a population-based study in 2013-2018.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The universal two-child policy in China which was announced in October 2015 might affect the caesarean birth rate. Few studies reported the caesarean birth rate affected by the policy especially after the universal two-child policy period. This study aimed to demonstrate the caesarean birth rate changes before and after the universal two-child policy and further elaborate the underlying influencing factors.

Methods

This nationwide, retrospective, population-based study was based on National Free Pre-Pregnancy Check-ups Project (NFPCP). Couples planning to conceive in next 6 months were encouraged to participate in NFPCP. Baseline information was collected using a standardized questionnaire with a face-to-face interview, and medical examinations were conducted. Two

SUBMITTER: Yan J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7491061 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature