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Developing a social vulnerability index for antenatal care screening of risk for adverse maternal and perinatal outcomes

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective Social determinants of health influence maternal and perinatal outcomes, yet tools to operationalize these risks in clinical care remain scarce. We aimed to study social determinants in Brazilian pregnant women and develop a social vulnerability index (SVI) that could correlate with pregnancy and perinatal outcomes.
Gabriel Q. Rippel, Renato T. Souza, Jussara Mayrink, Maria J. Miele, Rafael B. Galvao, Maria L. Costa, Francisco E. Feitosa, Edilberto A. Rocha Filho, Debora F. Leite, Ricardo P. Tedesco, Danielly S. Santana, Karayna G. Fernandes, Janete Vettorazzi, Iracema M. Calderon, Jose G. Cecatti   +14 more
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Severe maternal and neonatal morbidity or mortality in forceps versus cesarean birth in the second stage of labor: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Approximately one in four first‐time mothers reach the second stage of labor but cannot have a spontaneous vaginal birth, necessitating an intervention such as forceps to facilitate birth. Objective This study synthesizes evidence comparing severe maternal morbidity (SMM) and neonatal morbidity or mortality (SNMM) following forceps ...
Irina I. Oltean, Abirami Kirubarajan, Giulia M. Muraca   +2 more
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Assisted Reproductive Technology and Obstetric Outcome in Couples when The Male Partner Has A Chronic Viral Disease [PDF]

International Journal of Fertility and Sterility, 2014
Background: Assisted reproductive technology (ART) with washed semen can achieve pregnancy with minimal risk of horizontal and vertical transmission of chronic viral diseases (CVD) such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepati- tis C virus (HCV ...
Irene Molina, María Carmen del Gonzalvo, Ana Clavero, Miguel Ángel López-Ruz, Juan Mozas, Juan Pasquau, Antonio Sampedro, Luis Martínez, José Antonio Castilla   +8 more
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Spontaneous uterine rupture of an unscarred uterus in the second trimester: A case report

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Nour Bakhache, Erica Pascoal, Leah Drost, Alysha Nensi, Michael Ricci, Carmen McCaffrey   +5 more
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Maternal overweight and obesity during pregnancy and sex‐dependent dysregulation of the materno‐fetal stress axis

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective Maternal obesity and excess gestational weight gain (GWG) are linked to adverse perinatal outcomes, potentially via disruption of the maternal–fetal stress axis. Placental HSD11B2 protects the fetus from excess glucocorticoids and may influence fetal programming during maternal metabolic stress.
Thorsten Braun, Marie Hofmann, Rebecca Rancourt, Julia Sommer, Alexandra Kühn, Loreen Ehrlich, Thomas Ziska, Kerstin Melchior, Karen Schellong, Wolfgang Henrich, Sonja Entringer, Katherine Margaret Kennedy, Andreas Plagemann, Deborah Magdalena Sloboda   +13 more
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Biophysical profile by self‐operated clinician‐guided ultrasound versus standard ultrasound: An observational study

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To evaluate the feasibility and accuracy of remote, clinician‐guided biophysical profile (BPP) assessment using a handheld ultrasound device operated by lay users. Methods This prospective, non‐randomized, quasi‐blinded study compared clinician‐guided ultrasound‐based BPP scans performed remotely by lay users using the Pulsenmore ES ...
Anat Pardo, Shiri Barbash‐Hazan, Anat Shmueli, Michal Eisner, Sharon Sigal, Arnon Wiznitzer, Asnat Walfisch, Tomer Sela, Leor Wolff, Eran Hadar   +9 more
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Perceptions and experiences of midwives' regarding the use of the labor care guide at two state hospitals in Khomas region, Namibia

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract The labor care guide (LCG) is a new tool for monitoring labor, introduced to replace the partograph, which had been used improperly and inconsistently across various contexts. Early research suggests that healthcare practitioners view the LCG as a tool that enhances the quality of care during labor and delivery.
Amalia N. N. Ilonga, Takaedza Munangatire   +1 more
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Unusual Presentation of Cervical Tear With Prolapse After Vaginal Delivery

Clinical Case Reports
Cervical tears, though rare, can occur during childbirth and may lead to complications such as cervical prolapse. While cervical prolapse is occasionally observed in obstetric emergencies, it is exceedingly rare when combined with ischemia and partial ...
John Lugata, Bariki Mchome
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Implementation of home‐based telemonitoring and teleconsultations for obstetrics: A cross‐sectional survey of current practice in the United Kingdom

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective The requirement for regular maternal–fetal monitoring and clinical consultations has increased in recent years, placing a strain on obstetric services. In recent years, technology advancements have enabled the development of remote monitoring and teleconsultation strategies, aiming to provide care in the home setting.
Jack Le Vance, Leo Gurney, Victoria Hodgetts Morton, R. Katie Morris   +3 more
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Men’s knowledge of obstetrics danger sign and associated factors in low-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Scientific Reports
Obstetric danger signs refer to unexpected signs that arise during pregnancy, childbirth, or the postpartum period, indicating potential complications that require immediate medical attention. Globally, approximately 15% of pregnant women experience such
Tadele Emagneneh, Chalie Mulugeta, Betelhem Ejigu, Abebaw Alamrew, Esuyawkal Mislu, Wagaw Abebe, Sefineh Fenta Feleke   +6 more
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