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Demographic Characteristics of the Preguideline and Postguideline Groups
| Characteristic | Preguideline Group (n=3534) | Postguideline Group (n=2663) | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female, n (%) | 1682 (47.6) | 1263 (47.4) | 0.861 |
| Firstborn, n (%) | 1342 (38.0) | 1009 (37.8) | 0.865 |
| Multiparity, n (%) | 123 (3.5) | 105 (3.9) | 0.379 |
| Gestational weeks (SD) | 38.6 (0.9) | 38.7 (1.1) | 0.216 |
| Birth weight (g) (SD) | 3077 (274) | 3085 (326) | 0.263 |
| Apgar score (SD) | 7.84 (0.47) | 7.85 (0.40) | 0.355 |
