We commend Suhag et al for their systematic review and metaanalysis of randomized trials on vaginal progesterone for maintenance tocolysis. However, we take issue with the included articles and especially about…
We read with great interest the article on the potential effect of progesterone therapy on the fetal nuchal translucency (NT) thickness during the first trimester. The authors advocate that exogenous progesterone…
Objective We sought to use an innovative tool that is based on common biologic pathways to identify specific phenotypes among women with spontaneous preterm birth (SPTB) to enhance investigators’ ability…
Objective Research on immediate neonatal resuscitation suggests that maternal magnesium exposure may be associated with increased risk of low Apgar scores, hypotonia, and neonatal intensive care unit admission. However, not…
Objective The purpose of this study was to compare the first stage of labor progress in women who undergo an induction of labor after cesarean delivery with women who have…
Objective Marijuana use is becoming increasingly common in the obstetric population; however, it is unknown whether it is associated with poor neonatal outcomes. We sought to determine the prevalence and…
Materials and Methods This prospective cohort study was conducted at the University of California, Irvine and Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital, Long Beach Memorial. The protocol was reviewed and approved…
Objective Twin survivors of twin-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) may be at risk for early onset of cardiovascular disease. The aim of this study was to determine prevalence and risk factors…
Objective The impact of obesity on maternal blood volume in pregnancy has not been reported. We compared the blood volumes of obese and normal-weight gravidas using a validated hydroxyethyl starch…
Objective We sought to investigate the relationship between obstetricians’ cognitive traits and delivery outcomes among women with a prior cesarean delivery. Study Design A total of 94 obstetricians completed 5…
