European Midwifery Units: A Systematic Review on Maternal Morbidity
Valerio, M., Daniele, M. 
ORCID: 0000-0002-5666-9489, Rocca-Ihenacho, L. & Jackson, H. (2026).
European Midwifery Units: A Systematic Review on Maternal Morbidity.
The Practising Midwife, 29(3),
pp. 26-32.
doi: 10.55975/bbvy6009
Abstract
The International evidence on midwifery units suggests these birth settings are associated with positive clinical outcomes, improved service user experience and cost effectiveness compared with obstetric units, for women experiencing low-risk pregnancies. However, implementation across Europe has been slow and uneven. We conducted a systematic literature review of European studies reporting on maternal morbidity outcomes for planned MU births. Our findings provide reassurance regarding the consistency and effectiveness of MU care within the European context.
| Publication Type: | Article |
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| Additional Information: | © The Authors. Published in The Practising Midwife. |
| Subjects: | H Social Sciences > HN Social history and conditions. Social problems. Social reform R Medicine > RA Public aspects of medicine R Medicine > RG Gynecology and obstetrics |
| Departments: | School of Health & Medical Sciences School of Health & Medical Sciences > Department of Nursing & Midwifery |
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