Second-trimester ultrasound markers for detection of trisomy 21: which markers are best?

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cortical blindness is a complication of severe preeclampsia, but it is unclear whether it results from cerebral vasospasm and ischemic injury or vasogenic (hydrostatic) edema due to increased capillary permeability. CASE:Reversible cortical blindness in a 33-year-old gravida 2, para 1, with severe postpartu...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Apollon KM,Robinson JN,Schwartz RB,Norwitz ER

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate the efficacy of paracervical block compared with saline for pain relief during office hysteroscopic sterilization. METHODS:This study was a randomized, placebo-controlled study of women desiring hysteroscopic sterilization. A paracervical block of 1% lidocaine or normal saline was administered be...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Chudnoff S,Einstein M,Levie M

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To identify risk factors for febrile morbidity after hysterectomy for nonmalignant indications. METHODS:We performed a retrospective cohort study of 686 women who had a hysterectomy between January and September 1997 by abdominal (n = 408), laparoscopic-assisted vaginal (n = 90), or vaginal (n = 188) approac...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Peipert JF,Weitzen S,Cruickshank C,Story E,Ethridge D,Lapane K

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fifty-six primigravid women at 28-32 weeks' gestation were studied prospectively to compare the roll-over test with the stand-up pressor test in the prediction of gestational hypertension. Blood pressures were measured in the different positions continuously using an automated machine. Twenty patients developed gestat...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Okonofua FE,Onwudiegwu U,Odunsi AO,Hussain S,O'Brien PM

更新日期：1990-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the risk of Bartholin gland carcinoma in postmenopausal women. METHODS:A referral patient population from a tertiary care cancer center and a hospital-based regional tumor registry was used in a case-control and retrospective cohort study. We searched for data on any discharge diagnosis or procedur...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Visco AG,Del Priore G

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the sexual and reproductive health characteristics of women in treatment for opioid use disorder in Michigan and explore services provided and desired. METHODS:We conducted a cross-sectional study of female patients aged 18-50 years who accessed opioid use disorder treatment at 22 randomly select...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： MacAfee LK,Harfmann RF,Cannon LM,Kolenic G,Kusunoki Y,Terplan M,Dalton VK

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To explore the outcome and long-term follow-up of fertility sparing surgery for cervical adenocarcinoma in situ and early invasive adenocarcinoma. METHODS:Between 1985 and 1996, all women with adenocarcinoma in situ (AIS) and stage I adenocarcinoma were identified. Data were abstracted from clinical records ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： McHale MT,Le TD,Burger RA,Gu M,Rutgers JL,Monk BJ

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Approximately 2% of all pregnancies are ectopic; of these, 4% are interstitial or cervical. There exists no clear consensus as to whether surgical or medical management is superior. CASE:We present three cases of advanced nonfallopian tube ectopic pregnancies from 6 to 8 weeks of gestation. Our first two ca...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Swank ML,Harken TR,Porto M

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Corticosteroid administration before anticipated preterm birth is one of the most important antenatal therapies available to improve newborn outcomes. A single course of corticosteroids is recommended for pregnant women between 24 0/7 weeks and 33 6/7 weeks of gestation, including for those with ruptured membranes and...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

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更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most discussion on labial adhesions is about the pediatric group. A case is presented of a postmenopausal woman whose main complaint was urinary incontinence. Etiology, symptoms, signs, and diagnosis are discussed. Guidelines for treatment and prevention are proposed. Because the number of postmenopausal women is stea...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Chuong CJ,Hodgkinson CP

更新日期：1984-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Combined deficiency of vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors (II, VII, IX, X) is an uncommon challenge for the expectant gravida. CASE:A 34-year-old primigravida had congenital combined deficiency of factors II, VII, IX, and X that were incompletely sensitive to vitamin K. She had an altered form of vitam...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： McMahon MJ,James AH

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite the use of prophylactic antibiotics, endometritis occurs in 1-31% of patients after cesarean delivery. We sought to identify predictors of prophylactic antibiotic failure. In a retrospective review of 1800 cesarean deliveries, 766 patients had either ampicillin or cefazolin prophylaxis; 240 (31.3%) developed e...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Chang PL,Newton ER

更新日期：1992-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Deep venous thrombosis is a major complication following gynecologic surgery. Assessing a patient's risk of developing deep venous thrombosis is important for patient selection and in choosing appropriate prophylactic methods. Four hundred eleven patients undergoing major gynecologic surgery were evaluated prospective...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Clarke-Pearson DL,DeLong ER,Synan IS,Coleman RE,Creasman WT

更新日期：1987-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Electromechanical morcellators have come under scrutiny with concerns about complications involving iatrogenic dissemination of both benign and malignant tissues. Although the rapidly rotating blade has resulted in morcellator-related vascular and visceral injuries, equally concerning are the multiple reports in the l...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Kho KA,Anderson TL,Nezhat CH

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A quintuplet gestation after ovulation induction with clomiphene and HCG is described. This is the first quintuplet birth reported in Israel. The pregnancy was associated with ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, toxemia of pregnancy, and pruritus gravidarum. Diagnosis and management of these cases pose a special proble...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Schenker JG,Simha A

更新日期：1975-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The importance of a broad differential diagnosis is highlighted by a complex patient case. CASE:A young woman returned from her honeymoon complaining of activity-limiting pain. The evaluation revealed multiple constitutional symptoms, a breast mass, a large pelvic mass, pulmonary abnormalities, an external ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Kimball KJ,Estes JM

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although pneumonia complicating pregnancy remains an unusual occurrence, it can have serious consequences for both the mother and fetus. Although Streptococcus pneumoniae remains the most common bacterial pathogen, recent epidemics have emphasized the importance of considering Legionella pneumophila as the etiologic a...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Soper DE,Melone PJ,Conover WB

更新日期：1986-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To obtain estimates of the effects of amniotomy on the risk of cesarean delivery and on other indicators of maternal and neonatal morbidity (Apgar score less than 7 at 5 minutes, admission to neonatal intensive care unit [NICU]). DATA SOURCES:Published studies were identified through manual and computerized ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Brisson-Carroll G,Fraser W,Bréart G,Krauss I,Thornton J

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The intrapartum management of pregnancy complicated by fetal hydrocephalus with macrocephaly often confronts the physician with a complex array of moral obligations to both mother and fetus that may sometimes come into direct conflict. The authors analyze the component beneficence-based and autonomy-based obligations ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Chervenak FA,McCullough LB

更新日期：1986-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study reviewed 20 cases of extensive squamous carcinoma in situ of the vulva and posterior perineum. Two patients had concurrent, overt invasive carcinoma of the vulva, 14 patients had concurrent extensive vulvar carcinoma in situ, three patients had previous skinning vulvectomy for carcinoma in situ, and one pat...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Schlaerth JB,Morrow CP,Nalick RH,Gaddis O Jr

更新日期：1984-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate whether a second antenatal corticosteroid course is associated with an increased risk of neonatal sepsis after preterm premature rupture of membranes (PROM). METHODS:This secondary analysis is a cohort study with data from the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Units study on magnesium for neuroprotection. ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Gyamfi-Bannerman C,Son M

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The pregnancy of a woman with Friedreich ataxia was complicated by the onset of preterm labor and preeclampsia. Administration of magnesium sulfate (MgSO4.7H2O) in the usual intravenous dosage resulted in the dramatic development of profound motor weakness and respiratory distress. Magnesium acts to antagonize the act...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Bruner JP,Yeast JD

更新日期：1990-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To identify smartphone menstrual cycle tracking applications (apps) and evaluate their accuracy, features, and functionality. METHODS:In this systematic evaluation, we searched the Apple iTunes store for free menstrual cycle tracking apps for patient use. We considered an application accurate if menstrual cy...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Moglia ML,Nguyen HV,Chyjek K,Chen KT,Castaño PM

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effect of gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist (GnRHa) on uterine arteriovenous malformations (AVM) is not well known. CASE:A 37-year-old woman with a previous cesarean was diagnosed as having a uterine AVM after a spontaneous abortion with massive vaginal bleeding. The AVM decreased in size from 5.1 ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Morikawa M,Yamada T,Yamada H,Minakami H

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe obesity prevention and treatment practices of U.S. obstetrician-gynecologists. METHODS:A cross-sectional survey was mailed to 1,806 practicing members of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) in February-April 2005. RESULTS:Of the 900 respondents who returned questionnai...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Power ML,Cogswell ME,Schulkin J

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To measure the accessibility of contraceptive supplies over the Internet. METHODS:We performed an Internet search with the use of search engines and key words. We posed as consumers purchasing both prescription and over-the-counter contraceptive supplies. The number of clicks or web pages accessed, costs, sh...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Miller L,Nielsen C

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Five hundred and fifty six women with invasive epithelial ovarian carcinoma were assessed for postoperative treatment between 1966 and 1976. The records of this group were reviewed retrospectively. Sixteen characteristics of the patient and tumor were analyzed for prognostic significance by univariate and multivariate...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Swenerton KD,Hislop TG,Spinelli J,LeRiche JC,Yang N,Boyes DA

更新日期：1985-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transvaginal sonographic localization of the placenta was performed in 100 patients suspected of having placenta previa. Except in one patient, the diagnosis was confirmed at cesarean delivery in all cases of placenta previa found by sonography before delivery, resulting in a 93.3% predictive value of a positive test....

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Leerentveld RA,Gilberts EC,Arnold MJ,Wladimiroff JW

更新日期：1990-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A registry of ultrasound procedures spanning nearly 5 years was searched retrospectively to discover cases of endometrial cavity fluid collections in postmenopausal women. Twenty cases were identified; all medical records were available for review. One patient was lost to follow-up. Seventeen patients had surgical pro...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Carlson JA Jr,Arger P,Thompson S,Carlson EJ

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A preterm birth prevention program consisting of risk scoring, intensive weekly observation including cervical examinations, and detailed education about preterm labor signs and symptoms was tested in a predominantly black, indigent population. One thousand high-risk women were randomized to treatment or control group...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Goldenberg RL,Davis RO,Copper RL,Corliss DK,Andrews JB,Carpenter AH

更新日期：1990-06-01 00:00:00