In recent years, Venezuela has recognized "obstetric violence" as a new legal term. The term appeared in March 2007 when the "Organic Law on the Right of Women to a Life Free of Violence" entered into force and was published in Venezuela's "Gaceta Oficial" (Official Gazette) [1 ]. The law addresses the high incidence of violence against women in Venezuela -a significant problem that is perpetrated worldwide [2].
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