Current practices in the prediction and prevention of preterm birth in patients with higher-order multiple gestations

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Objective We sought to determine the interventions utilized by maternal-fetal medicine specialists in the prediction and prevention of preterm labor in higher-order multiple (HOM) gestations. Study Design Online questionnaires and…

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Delayed presentation of uterine rupture postpartum

May 6, 2017 by in GYNECOLOGY Comments Off on Delayed presentation of uterine rupture postpartum

Case notes A 32-year-old G2P1 with a history of cesarean delivery had an uncomplicated vaginal delivery at term. Two days after giving birth, she developed high-grade fever, tachycardia, hypotension, lower abdominal…

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We read with interest Dr Melnick’s letter regarding his perspective on the current controversy over routine thyroid screening during pregnancy. There is no dispute that untreated overt hypothyroidism poses significant…

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The major concerns of the author are microscopic leakage of the plastic bag, that we indeed have not excluded, and the morcellation of tissue with a high probability of cancer. We share…

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Correlation between viral loads performed at 34-36 weeks and in the immediate postpartum period in HIV-infected pregnant women using HAART

May 6, 2017 by in GYNECOLOGY Comments Off on Correlation between viral loads performed at 34-36 weeks and in the immediate postpartum period in HIV-infected pregnant women using HAART

Objective Cesarean delivery before labor and before ruptured membranes is efficacious in the prevention of mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV. However, cesarean delivery is associated with maternal and infant morbidity,…

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We appreciate the comments of our reader in reference to our article pertaining to trainee involvement in laparoscopic hysterectomy. Our findings reveal an increased operative time in cases with trainee…

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