There is a worldwide increase in the rate of caesarean sections. With recent\nmigration patterns and the influx of refugees into high-income countries,\nmigrants and refugees are also subjected to the increase in caesarean section\nrates. This article explores known information about the obstetrical experiences\nof refugee and displaced women. Pregnancy care varies depending on\nthe location of the displaced women. Obstetrical care in refugee centers in\nGreece is examined as an example of the overall challenges facing European\ncountries as they juggle the influx of refugees. Challenges to obstetrical care\ninclude physician shortage and the ongoing economic crisis in Greece. Refugees\nare some of the worldâ??s most vulnerable populations and overall their\nobstetrical outcomes are worse than women of the host communities. Providers\nin refugee centers must be supported and educated in best obstetrical\npractices including labor management and a judicious use of caesarean deliveries.\nIncreased outreach and training of maternal health worker can improve\nreproductive healthcare for refugees in non-camp environments.
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