American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Volume 199, Issue 2 , Pages 105.e1-105.e7 , August 2008

Improved outcomes, fewer cesarean deliveries, and reduced litigation: results of a new paradigm in patient safety

Received 16 October 2007 ,Revised 26 November 2007 ,Accepted 14 February 2008.

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 Cite this article as: Clark SL, Belfort MA, Byrum SL, et al. Improved outcomes, fewer cesarean deliveries, and reduced litigation: results of a new paradigm in patient safety. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2008;199:105.e1-105.e7.

PII: S0002-9378(08)00193-2

doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2008.02.031

American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Volume 199, Issue 2 , Pages 105.e1-105.e7 , August 2008

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