Sleep-disordered breathing and future cardiovascular disease risk.

abstract：:The rapid rise of novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases led the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) to recommend immediate cessation of all new fertility treatment cycles on March 17, 2020. Controversial from the start, providers and patients expressed their opposition through online petitions,...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Gemmell LC,Williams Z,Forman EJ

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traditional birth attendants (TBAs) provided delivery care throughout the world prior to the development of organized systems of medical care. In 2016, an estimated 22% of pregnant women delivered with a TBA, mostly in rural or remote areas that lacked formal health services. Still active in many regions of LMICs, the...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Garces A,McClure EM,Espinoza L,Saleem S,Figueroa L,Bucher S,Goldenberg RL

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Supplemental oxygen is often used as a life-saving therapy in the treatment of preterm infants. However, its protracted use can lead to the development of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), and more recently, has been associated with adversely affecting the general health of children and adolescents who were born prete...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Buczynski BW,Maduekwe ET,O'Reilly MA

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Up to half of all aortic dissections and ruptures in women younger than 40 years are associated with pregnancy. In pregnancy, women with aortic disease such as arteritis and aortitis are at significant risk of aneurysmal formation and dissection with potential for catastrophic outcomes. Pregnancy places predisposed wo...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Smok DA

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Here we provide a brief overview of the natural process of labor and its biochemical, hormonal, and mechanical characteristics that can be exploited in methods employed for induction of labor. ...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Irani RA,Foster S

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neonatal hyperinsulinism (HI) is a clinical syndrome of pancreatic beta-cell dysfunction characterized by failure to suppress insulin secretion in the presence of hypoglycemia. Although rare, it is the most common cause for persistent hypoglycemia in the newborn period. Treatment can be extremely difficult, and partia...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Glaser B

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Infants meeting retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) screening guidelines based on birth weight and gestational age undergo serial examinations by ophthalmologists for detection and treatment. However, less than 10% require treatment, and less than half develop ROP. Slow postnatal weight gain is highly predictive of ROP, ...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Lin L,Binenbaum G

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cesarean birth (CB) rates are rising, globally. The global burden of CB is having a mixed effect on pregnancy outcomes and requires significant clinical and economic resources. The context of CB care in low- and middle-income countries is further complicated by barriers to facility-based care itself, followed by issue...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Harrison MS,Goldenberg RL

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:STDs can be one of the most common antepartum complications in high-risk gravidas. Screening for gonorrhea, syphilis, HPV, and possibly hepatitis B and chlamydial infection, should be considered in most, if not all, pregnant women. Familiarity with the common clinical presentations and treatment of bacterial STDs will...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Wendel GD Jr

更新日期：1990-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Poorly controlled maternal diabetes in pregnancy may delay fetal pulmonary maturation. However, diabetic women with good glycemic control have fetal lung maturation at the same gestational age as nondiabetic women. With modern ultrasound technology, gestational dates can be accurately assessed in the first or early se...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Piper JM

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Peri-viable birth raises an array of complex moral and legal concerns. This article discusses the problem with defining viability, touches on its relationship to abortion jurisprudence, and analyzes a few interesting normative implications of current medical practice at the time of peri-viable birth. ...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Sayeed SA

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Obesity is a major risk factor for many obstetrical complications, including pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, indicated preterm birth, macrosomia, and stillbirth. Clinicians should be aware of the unique obstetrical management considerations related to obesity, including recommendations for alterations in prenatal...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Thornburg LL

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The many physiological and hormonal changes occurring during pregnancy have the potential to affect a woman's cardiovascular responses to aerobic exercise. For example, it seems that increased mass and dilation of the left ventricle allow maintenance of wall stress, ensuring adequate pumping function throughout gestat...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Pivarnik JM

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The cause for most cases of cerebral palsy is unknown. There are however, risk factors that have been associated with this chronic neuromuscular disease. The objective of this article is to review the maternal and fetal conditions (other than asphyxia and infection) strongly associated with increased rate of cerebral ...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Ramin SM,Gilstrap LC 3rd

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pharmacotherapy, or medication-assisted treatment (MAT), is a critical component of a comprehensive treatment plan for the pregnant woman with opioid use disorder (OUD). Methadone and buprenorphine are two types of opioid-agonist therapy which prevent withdrawal symptoms and control opioid cravings. Methadone is a lon...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Rodriguez CE,Klie KA

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A large body of research indicates that children born very preterm are at increased risk for neurobehavioral impairments; however, research examining outcome for extremely preterm (EP) children is limited. This chapter will review the literature focusing on early development delay, general intellectual functioning, sp...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Anderson PJ,Doyle LW

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ultrasound remains the modality of choice in imaging the fetus due to its availability, safety, and low cost. With advances in technology, however, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has become an important adjuvant in the evaluation of the fetus. MRI is not limited by fetal lie, oligohydramnios, overlying bone, or obes...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Bulas D,Egloff A

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Inhaled nitric oxide (iNO), a selective pulmonary vasodilator, is available for treatment of persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn in term and near-term neonates. iNO decreases pulmonary vascular resistance leading to diminished extrapulmonary shunt and also has a microselective effect which improves ventil...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Kinsella JP,Abman SH

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are frequently used during pregnancy (premature labor, polyhydramnios) and the immediate postnatal period (closure of patent ductus arteriosus). This article evaluates the renal effect of 3 nonspecific COX inhibitors (aspirin, indomethacin, and ibuprofen) in newborn rabbits. Five g...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Guignard JP

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Early pregnancy loss is the most common complication in pregnancy. Management options for miscarriage include expectant management, medical intervention, or surgical aspiration. Non-surgical and surgical management are all safe and acceptable options for medically uncomplicated patients. Patient and provider preferenc...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Shorter JM,Atrio JM,Schreiber CA

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Use of immunosuppressants during pregnancy is indicated for anti-rejection therapy in transplantation patients and treatment of autoimmune diseases. Maternal side effects include nephrotoxocity and hepatotoxicity. All immunosuppressant drugs cross the placenta. Immunosuppressant use during the first trimester is not s...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Little BB

更新日期：1997-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite major advances in neonatal care, the burden of preterm birth remains high. This is not unexpected since strategies to identify and treat risk factors in early pregnancy have not been very effective in reducing the preterm birth rate. Initial studies suggested a potential benefit for 17-alpha-hydroxyprogesteron...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Caritis SN,Feghali MN,Grobman WA,Rouse DJ,Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Maternal–Fetal Medicine Units Network.

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ductus arteriosus is a vital fetal structure designed to close shortly after birth. Although many physiologic and pharmacologic investigations have characterized the closure of this structure, genetic studies of persistent patency of the ductus arteriosus (patent ductus arteriosus, PDA) are relatively recent. Prog...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Hajj H,Dagle JM

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews the literature on infectious diseases as a cause of stillbirth. Identifying a specific infection as a cause of stillbirth is limited by many obstacles. Nevertheless, "good faith" efforts estimate that approximately 9% to 15% of stillbirths are caused by infections. Infection may be especially impo...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Gibbs RS

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surviving extremely low-birth-weight infants are at risk of severe neurodevelopmental disability. Transfusion with packed red cells is almost universal in the care of these infants, but the hemoglobin threshold at which these transfusions should be given is unclear. Different clinical trials of restrictive (low hemogl...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Whyte RK

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Lancet Neonatal Survival Series categorized neonatal health interventions into 3 service delivery modes: "Outreach," "Family-Community Care," and "Facility-based Clinical Care." Family-Community Care services generally have a greater potential impact on neonatal health than Outreach services, with similar costs. C...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Schiffman J,Darmstadt GL,Agarwal S,Baqui AH

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twin birth rates have increased dramatically over the past three decades, and twins currently account for 3% of all pregnancies. Twin pregnancies of any type are at risk for prematurity. In addition, monochorionic twin pregnancies (25-30% of all twin pregnancies) are predisposed to a specific set of complications, inc...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Paepe ME

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The renin angiotensin system (RAS) is now recognized as the body's most powerful hormone system for controlling renal hemodynamics and sodium excretion and, therefore, body fluid volumes and arterial pressure. The discovery of angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEi) was a keystone for the understanding of the ...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Ferreira SH

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Candida is a leading cause of late onset infection (> 3 days of age) in the premature infant. Therefore, decisions about the diagnosis and management of infections caused by Candida are commonplace in the neonatal intensive care unit. Despite this fact, there are few comparative trials about treatment of neonatal Cand...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Bliss JM,Wellington M,Gigliotti F

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:While the cesarean delivery (CD) rates have increased worldwide, operative vaginal delivery (OVD) rates continue to decline, with the United States having some of the lower rates amongst developed countries. It is clear that the use of forceps or vacuum can safely assist in accomplishing a vaginal delivery and prevent...

journal_title：Seminars in perinatology

authors： Gei AF

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00