Obstetric violence and the implications regarding the violation of women's fundamental rights

Abstract

Contextualization: Pregnant women are undoubtedly bearers of rights and duties; however, methods must be employed to ensure the fulfillment of these, especially in the context of prenatal care, childbirth, and postpartum, as they are in a vulnerable condition and therefore more susceptible to violence, in this case, obstetric violence. Problems: What is obstetric violence, the methods applied to prevent it, the rights of pregnant women, and the effects caused by these violations? Objectives: This study aims to demonstrate how such a widely debated topic remains a serious issue, affecting many women during one of the most important moments of their lives, leading to trauma, and in some cases, resulting in the death of the mother, the baby, or, in the worst-case scenario, both. Additionally, the study will explore the means implemented through legislation, regulations, recommendations from the World Health Organization, and similar efforts to reverse the situation and safeguard fundamental rights. Methods: The research method used was qualitative, through a literature review of scientific articles, literature on the subject, official government websites, and international organizations such as the UN, WHO, among other reports. Results: So far, there is no federal law that defines or typifies obstetric violence; however, protocols, manuals, and documents have been created to address such cases and help disseminate information as a form of prevention.: The study synthetically demonstrated the struggles faced by women due to their gender and the violence they may suffer during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as the solutions implemented to prevent this scenario, which still requires greater focus as it remains a national issue. Conclusion: The study synthetically demonstrated the struggles faced by women due to their gender and the violence they may suffer during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as the solutions implemented to prevent this scenario, which still requires greater focus as it remains a national problem, it is not criminally classified.