What treatment approach to intrapartum maternal fever has the best fetal outcomes? [PDF]
A combination of beta-lactam and amino-glycoside antibiotics are the recommended empiric agents for the treatment of acute chorioamnionitis, given that no head-to-head trials exist (strength of recommendation [SOR]: C, based on expert opinion ...
Crawford, Paul +2 more
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Reducing post‐cesarean sepsis: Current best practice in prevention and treatment
Abstract Cesarean section is the most common surgical procedure performed worldwide. It is associated with good perinatal and maternal outcomes when indicated. The rising global cesarean birth rate has coincided with an increase in post‐cesarean sepsis – specifically site infections, which have an incidence of 7% worldwide. Post‐cesarean sepsis remains
Amanda Lazzaro +13 more
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Maternal sepsis and intrauterine fetal death resulting from Candida tropicalis chorioamnionitis in a woman with a retained intrauterine contraceptive device [PDF]
Tatjana Barth +3 more
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Abstract Introduction Pregnant people with obesity are more likely than those without obesity to undergo induction of labor and to require unplanned cesarean delivery during induction at term. Whether they are more likely to undergo unplanned cesarean delivery during preterm induction of labor is unknown.
Daniella Rogerson +4 more
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Immediate delivery for group B streptococci-colonised women with preterm premature rupture of membranes. Don't forget the antibiotics [PDF]
Gilbert, R
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Impact of the implementation of an obstetric sepsis protocol on maternal and neonatal outcomes
Abstract Objective Maternal sepsis is a leading cause of preventable maternal morbidity and mortality in the United States. We assessed the implementation of a standardized early‐goal‐directed sepsis care bundle on maternal and neonatal outcomes. This bundle was activated by a set of vital sign criteria in combination with providers’ concern for ...
Ashley E. Shea +8 more
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The maternal-fetal medicine units cesarean registry: chorioamnionitis at term and its duration—relationship to outcomes [PDF]
Dwight J. Rouse +15 more
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Abstract Objective Stillbirth represents a tragic event, affecting families as well as caregivers. Evidence suggests that a portion of stillbirths is preventable. The audit cycle is a method to improve healthcare. This study evaluates the effectiveness of this methodology applied within a Perinatal Surveillance System in improving the quality of care ...
Francesca Monari +9 more
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The effect of clinical chorioamnionitis on cord blood gas at term
Arnon Samueloff +5 more
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Spleen Depletion in Neonatal Sepsis and Chorioamnionitis [PDF]
Paolo Toti +7 more
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