New horizons in Doppler ultrasound technology: relevance for obstetrical applications.

abstract：:The purpose of this paper is to assist the clinician in recognizing pelvic floor muscle dysfunction in women with vulvar symptoms, to provide general treatment algorithms, and to facilitate understanding of the scientific rationale behind appropriate treatment. In short, this paper is meant to provide a "how-to" guide...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Albrecht KB

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy is a common disorder of pregnancy manifested by pruritus and elevated bile acids. The etiology of cholestasis is poorly understood and management is difficult due to the paucity of data regarding its diagnosis, treatment, and related adverse outcomes. In this article, we review th...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Smith DD,Rood KM

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review provides an evidence-based approach to the management of fetal growth restriction (FGR). The management consists of the following components: appropriate fetal surveillance, timely intervention, and selective etiological management. Umbilical arterial (UA) Doppler sonography is the primary test. Supplement...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Maulik D

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Use of standard estrogen-progestin contraception remains problematic in several subgroups of patients (e.g., those in whom exogenous estrogens are contraindicated, such as survivors of hormone-dependent cancer, or patients with endometriosis or uterine fibroids). In addition, the postcoital contraception, even if alre...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Heikinheimo O,Archer DF

更新日期：1996-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The relationship between the clinical state of the cervix and spontaneous onset of labor has long been known. The cervix can be characterized by evaluating five parameters: effacement, dilatation, firmness, position, and level of the presenting part. The relative associations between successful labor induction and the...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Fuentes A,Williams M

更新日期：1995-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews the sonographic manifestations of fetal infection and the role of ultrasound in the evaluation of the fetus at risk for congenital infection. Several ultrasound findings have been associated with in utero fetal infections. For the patient with a known or suspected fetal infection, sonographic iden...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Crino JP,Driggers RW

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Unlike urinary incontinence (UI) in younger women, UI in older women is usually multifactoral in etiology and involves factors beyond the more common types of lower urinary tract (LUT) pathophysiology associated with UI in younger women. The evaluation and management of UI in older women, therefore, must itself be mul...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： DuBeau CE

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A recent review of the literature on thrombophilia and adverse pregnancy outcome (APO) reveals contradictory findings. We have limited our review of literature mostly to the most recent decade. On the basis of our review, screening for thrombophilias with a history of APO (preeclampsia, abruptio placenta, intrauterine...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Stella CL,Sibai BM

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Higher-order multiple gestations have increased since the advent of advanced reproductive technologies. These pregnancies present unique risks to both mothers and fetuses. It is imperative that early diagnosis of chronicity be determined and that proper counseling is performed, so patients understand the risks, evalua...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Stone J,Kohari KS

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite advances in estimating prognosis and predicting response to adjuvant systemic therapy, the status of the axillary lymph nodes remains a critical component in initial surgical planning and in determining therapeutic strategies for patients with breast cancer. Buoyed by evidence from multi-institutional randomiz...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： McCARTAN D,Gemignani ML

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Counseling regarding the options for aneuploidy risk assessment is complicated and requires thorough counseling with the patient. Second trimester serum risk assessment has been the gold standard because of widespread availability, low cost, and vast experience with counseling and performance. First trimester risk ass...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Reddy UM,Wapner RJ

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pregnant health care workers (HCW) may be exposed to pathogens during routine patient care duties. Although they do not seem to be at higher risk for infection compared with nonpregnant HCW, certain infections can be associated with increased maternal morbidity, mortality, and adverse perinatal outcomes. Primary preve...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Bazan JA,Mangino JE

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Magnetic resonance imaging has a complementary role in obstetrical imaging to ultrasound (US). Although US has advantages as an initial imaging technique, there are significant numbers of patients who cannot be adequately evaluated for a variety of reasons including calvarial calcification, oligoanhydramnios, or simpl...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Hibbeln JF,Shors SM,Byrd SE

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Because it is known that antibiotics given to the mother may reach and affect the fetus, when prescribing antibiotics during pregnancy, one must take into consideration both maternal and fetal well-being. Therapy should be directed toward the maternal disease but also be safe for the fetus. The volume of distribution ...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Hedstrom S,Martens MG

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One of the most devastating consequences of cancer treatment in the young female population is ovarian damage, resulting in diminished fertility potential. The extent of damage is related to age, chemotherapeutic regimen, and dose of pelvic radiation received. It is crucial that physicians know the impact each of thes...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Meirow D,Biederman H,Anderson RA,Wallace WH

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is compelling data and a rationale for embarking on screening to identify pregnant women with some of the multiple classes of subclinical thyroid dysfunction. However, the evidence to support such screening and treatment is lacking. Several important trials are underway or undergoing peer review that may provide...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Casey BM

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several advantages are apparent in the use of self-monitored or automatic ambulatory blood pressure monitoring by pregnant patients who appear to have borderline or mild hypertension. Home recordings, combined with conventional office measurements, can give a more accurate picture of the patient's dynamic blood pressu...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Rayburn WF,Zuspan FP

更新日期：1992-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The application of real-time imaging to the study of fetal morphology and function is an exciting advance. Rapid accurate study of fetal dynamics is possible with this apparently safe, noninvasive technique. Animal studies have revealed the general physiology of fetal breathing movements, which are now under extensive...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Fox HE,Hohler CW

更新日期：1977-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rectovaginal fistulas and chronic anal sphincter lacerations are uncommon complications that are most often secondary to vaginal delivery, gynecologic surgery, and inflammatory bowel disease. In this chapter, we will review the pertinent anatomy, focusing on the 6 structures that should be considered during the repair...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Delancey JO,Berger MB

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hemorrhage is the most common cause of maternal mortality worldwide, and represents the third most common obstetrical cause of maternal death in the United States. Although uterine atony was previously a major cause of peripartum hemorrhage, more recently, it appears that abnormal placentation is the leading etiology ...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Saad A,Costantine MM

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Endometriosis is an enigmatic disease affecting up to 10% of reproductive-aged women causing pain and infertility. Up to 50% of women with endometriosis are infertile, and agreement about treatment options has been difficult to establish. The association between endometriosis and infertility is derived from comparison...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Holoch KJ,Lessey BA

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The UK Confidential Enquiry into Maternal Deaths has been in operation for more than 60 years, during which time maternal mortality rates have fallen 10-fold. The program includes two aspects, surveillance and confidential case review, providing different information to aid quality improvement in maternity care. The e...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Knight M,Tuffnell D

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Some of the patients with epithelial ovarian cancer will not respond to initial therapy. These patients have a poor prognosis. Our aim was to identify patients with a worse prognosis by integrating clinical, pathologic, and genomic data. Using publicly available genomic data and integrating it with clinical data, we s...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Newtson AM,Devor EJ,Gonzalez Bosquet J

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This chapter will review the current modalities available to the clinician to screen for premalignant and malignant cervical lesions, which cast a broad net. The majority who test positive are not destined to suffer from or die from cervical cancer. Many who undergo screening and are triaged are young and subsequently...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Lonky NM,Penner KR,Diedrich JT

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Venous thromboembolism is a leading cause for maternal mortality. Because of the increase risk for thromboembolism in pregnancy and the postpartum period, the clinician must be on high alert for the signs and symptoms and use appropriate diagnostics in a timely manner so that prompt anticoagulation therapy can be init...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Brown HL,Hiett AK

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:New reproductive genetics means recently developed techniques to prevent the birth of children with specific defects or genetic diseases by testing individuals for sickle cell anemia, the thalassemias, Tay-Sachs disease, cystic fibrosis, or Down syndrome. Third World health services have many deficiencies with high m...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Penchaszadeh VB

更新日期：1993-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patient safety is a significant concern for healthcare providers. Involving physicians in clinical quality activities in obstetrics and gynecology can be difficult for many reasons including time demands, lack of knowledge of process improvement activities, or change fatigue due to failure of adequate implementation o...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Mann S,Pratt S

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recurrent pregnancy loss affects up to 5% of couples trying to establish a family. Evaluation classically begins after 3 consecutive miscarriages of less than 10 weeks of gestation but may be warranted earlier if a prior miscarriage was found to be euploid, or if there is concomitant infertility and/or advancing mater...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Stephenson M,Kutteh W

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One in 1000 pregnancies is complicated with cancer with the most common tumors being breast cancer, cervical cancer, thyroid, leukemia, lymphoma, and ovarian cancer. It is often assumed that cancer during pregnancy necessitates sacrificing the well-being of the fetus but in most cases appropriate treatment can be offe...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Brewer M,Kueck A,Runowicz CD

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of Interventional radiologic procedures for the management of suspected placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) has evolved considerably over last 3 decades. In this article, the authors describe the various techniques of vascular occlusion for the management of PAS and provide a brief review of the literature examin...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Shrivastava VK,Nageotte MP

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00