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Oral plus vaginal alpha-lipoic acid in women at risk for preterm delivery [PDF]

, 2018
Objective: The etiology of preterm labor is multifactorial. An inflammatory response is always involved with the activation of NF-kB that determines synthesis and release of inflammatory molecules, implicated in fetal membrane activation, cervical ...
Giallombardo V., Guardino M., Mocera G., Venezia R, Vitrano G.   +4 more
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Effectiveness of staged nursing in reducing labor analgesia complications: a retrospective cohort study

Frontiers in Medicine
BackgroundThe rising incidence of complications linked to labor analgesia underscores the need for targeted strategies to improve maternal outcomes. Staged nursing, a tiered approach to assessment and care, has been proposed to enhance safety and reduce ...
Xiang Ling, Jie Hua, Xingyu Huang, Wenjie Ding, Lingping Xuan   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Association of novel intra‐cesarean post‐placental intrauterine device insertion techniques, and early ultrasound, with expulsion rates and strings visibility: A prospective exploratory study

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To assess an innovative technique of intra‐cesarean post‐placental insertion of the Copper T380A IUD (CPPIUD), and explore the role of predischarge ultrasound with replacement of low‐lying IUDs. Methods We conducted a prospective observational study at Princess Marina Hospital, Gaborone, Botswana, from May 31, 2023, to April 3, 2024.
Kyungu M. Kime, Liza Bazzett‐Matabele, G. Justus Hofmeyr   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Predictors for intrapartum cesarean delivery after labor induction for suspected fetal growth restriction at term

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective In term pregnancies with suspected fetal growth restriction (FGR) undergoing induction of labor (IOL), predictors for intrapartum cesarean delivery (CD) remain unclear. We aimed to determine predictors for intrapartum CD in this population. Methods This study included a retrospective cohort of singleton pregnancies undergoing IOL at ≥
Matan Anteby, Yael Reichman, Alon Bar‐Or, Jacky Herzlich, Stav Cohen, Karina Krajden Haratz, Anat Lavie, Liran Hiersch, Yariv Yogev   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Influence of maternal body mass index on the accuracy of clinical and sonographic fetal weight estimation

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective Estimated fetal weight (EFW) is essential for managing pregnancy and delivery. Currently, two primary methods are used for EFW: Clinical and sonographic estimation. Both might be influenced by maternal habitus. Obesity has become a global epidemic; however, its effect on EFW and the accuracy of the two methods has yet to be ...
Amir Krencel, Bar Narkis, Rotem Yedidia Moser, Or Bercovich, Natav Hendin, Asaf Romano, Eran Hadar, Yinon Gilboa, Ohad Houri   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Standardized hysteroscopic management of complete septate uterus with duplicated cervices and longitudinal vaginal septum: A single‐center experience

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To study perioperative and postoperative complications of a standardized ultrasound‐guided hysteroscopic treatment for complete septate uterus with duplicated cervices and non‐obstructive longitudinal vaginal septum, and to evaluate operative time, symptom changes, and reproductive outcomes. Methods Between January 2021 and May 2025,
Ursula Catena, Federica Bernardini, Emma Bonetti Palermo, Federica Pozzati, Eleonora La Fera, Francesca Moro, Antonia Carla Testa   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Anaesthesia and Intensive Care [PDF]

, 2004
The anaesthetist has seen his role steadily expand and it is hard to think of one medical specialty in which anaesthetists are not involved at least to some extent.
Aquilina, Andrew, Sciberras, Stephen C.
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Maternal infection in the context of actively managed prelabor rupture of membranes at term: An observational study

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To assess maternal infection following prelabor rupture of membranes (PROM) at term in a setting where active management is recommended, and to identify associated risk factors. Methods A retrospective cohort study was conducted including pregnant women admitted to a Portuguese tertiary care center where immediate induction of labor ...
Inês Martins, Inês Gomes Brou, Miguel Macedo, Luísa Pinto   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

A comparison in maternal and neonatal outcomes between mild fundal pressure and vacuum extraction for shortening the second stage of labor

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective Mild fundal pressure (MFP) and vacuum extraction (VE) are interventions used during the second stage of labor when clinical intervention is required. While VE is well established with standardized training and predictable risks, MFP remains controversial with limited comparative data. This study aimed to compare maternal and neonatal
Omri Dominsky, Nurit Malka Goldwasser, Roza Berkovits‐Shperling, Michal Rosenberg‐Friedman, Yoav Baruch, Yariv Yogev, Anat Lavie   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Cost-effective safe motherhood interventions in low-income countries: a review [PDF]

This paper reviews studies providing evidence of the cost-effectiveness of safe motherhood interventions in low-income countries. The economic case for investing in safe motherhood interventions is also examined.
Matthew Jowett
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