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Statistical models were used to estimate the association between clinical factors and symptom severity.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The strongest predictors of elevated post-traumatic stress symptoms were short-term complications like postpartum curettage and the need for hospitalisation due to neonatal health complications. Emergency caesarean section during the first stage of labour was also associated with higher symptom severity, whereas planned caesarean section, postpartum haemorrhage and prolonged postnatal stay were not significantly related to symptoms.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>These findings highlight the importance of recognizing acute obstetric and neonatal events as relevant factors contributing to post-traumatic stress after birth. 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