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Associations of CRP and PCT levels with obstetric and neonatal outcomes: a prospective study
BMC Pregnancy and ChildbirthBackground C-reactive protein (CRP) and procalcitonin (PCT) levels may be elevated under inflammatory conditions. The aim of this study was to determine the cutoff values for CRP and PCT levels during pregnancy and to evaluate the associations of any ...
Merve Ates +6 more
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Early versus late amniotomy during twin labor
International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Objective This study evaluates whether timing of amniotomy affects labor characteristics and maternal and neonatal outcomes in twin deliveries. Methods This retrospective study was conducted at a single academic medical center and included dichorionic diamniotic (DCDA) twin pregnancies with a normal anomaly scan and a vertex‐presenting leading
Or Eliner +5 more
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Therapeutic role of nifedipine in threatened preterm labor: Current evidence and future perspectives
International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Preterm birth occurs in approximately 10% of all pregnancies, and is not only the leading cause of neonatal mortality but also a major contributor to short‐ and long‐term morbidities due to immaturity. Preterm birth has also been linked to an increased risk of maternal cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, making it a critical concern ...
Hikaru Imatake +4 more
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International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Antenatal magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) and antenatal steroids (ANS) are evidence‐based interventions that reduce risk of cerebral palsy and respiratory complications in preterm babies. They are recommended in clinical guidelines internationally. However, we have limited information on how well they are being implemented.
Hannah B. Edwards +14 more
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Cesarean delivery on maternal request and Robson classification
International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Objective To describe the types of cesarean delivery on maternal request (CDMR), and to analyze the distribution of delivering types according to the Robson Classification (RC) and the distribution of comorbidities among the different groups of delivering types. Methods Cross‐sectional study using electronic records of deliveries that occurred
Cristine Moreira Silva Benetti +4 more
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International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Objective To evaluate trends in hysterectomy case volume for placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) disorder over time and compare maternal outcomes between high‐ and low‐volume centers. Specifically, we examined whether surgical volume influences severe maternal morbidity (SMM) and other key perioperative outcomes.
Lacey C. Brennan +9 more
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Smartphone-Based Prenatal Education for Parents with Preterm Birth Risk Factors [PDF]
, 2018 Objective To develop an educational mobile application (app) for expectant parents diagnosed with risk factors for premature birth. Methods Parent and medical advisory panels delineated the vision for the app.
Ahamed, Sheikh Iqbal +7 more
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International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Objective To identify predictive factors for emergency cesarean section (CS) in grand multiparous women and compare them with primiparous and multiparous women. Methods This was a retrospective cohort study in a single large university‐affiliated tertiary medical center between 2011 and 2018, analyzing all women with singleton pregnancies that
Roza Berkovitz Shperling +4 more
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Assessing the Regional and District Capacity for Operationalizing Emergency Obstetric Care through First Referral Units in Gujarat [PDF]
Maternal mortality remains to be one of the very important public health problems in India. The maternal mortality estimates, is about (300-400/100,000 live births).
Bharati Sharma +3 more
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