GYNECOLOGY
How to report and interpret fetal mortality
We read with interest the article “The risk of fetal death: current concepts of best gestational age for delivery” by Mandujano et al. We would like to comment on the interpretation of…
Magnesium supplementation reduces intrauterine growth restriction and inflammation: how and why?
The study by Roman et al revealed that magnesium chloride (MgCl 2 ) given throughout gestation decreased the incidence of intrauterine growth restriction (intrauterine growth retardation) and significantly decreased interleukin (IL)-1β,…
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Case notes A 71-year-old woman came to our hospital with lower abdominal pain and a body temperature of 101.3°F (38.5°C). Her obstetric history was T3, P0, A2, L3, and she…
Elective cesarean section and childhood asthma
We have with great interest read the recent review on cesarean section and immune development in the offspring. Elective cesarean section may affect the gut flora up to 6 years…
Functional and anatomic comparison of 2 versus 3 suture placement for uterosacral ligament suspension: a cadaver study
Objective The objective of the study was to compare the vaginal apex pullout distance using 2 vs 3 suspension sutures during transvaginal uterosacral ligament suspension (USLS) and to describe relationships…
Surgical site infection after hysterectomy
Objective Our objective was to estimate the occurrence of surgical site infections (SSI) after hysterectomy and the associated risk factors. Study Design We conducted a cross-sectional analysis of the 2005-2009 American…
Goal attainment after treatment in patients with symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse
Objective The objectives of this study were to: (1) assess differences in goal attainment of self-described goals after treatment of symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse (POP) for women who chose surgery…
