Intrapartum chemoprophylaxis for group B streptococcus infection to prevent neonatal disease: who should be treated?

abstract：OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to compare national guidelines on the prevention of RhD alloimmunization. STUDY DESIGN: We performed a review of four national guidelines on prevention of alloimmunization from the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaec...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Sperling JD,Dahlke JD,Sutton D,Gonzalez JM,Chauhan SP

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Studies of the effect of body position during and after bolus feeding upon gastric emptying or gastric residual have not had consistent results. We tested the hypotheses that right lateral decubitus leads to less gastric residual than left lateral decubitus and that the prone position leads to less gastric residual th...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Cohen S,Mandel D,Mimouni FB,Solovkin L,Dollberg S

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Five full term infants with necrotizing enterocolitis, confirmed histologically, presented in the first five days of life. All passed grossly bloody stools and three mucosal casts. Severe perinatal asphyxia with accompanying secondary hyperammonemia was present in all, and abnormal liver function studies were present ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Goldberg RN,Thomas DW,Sinatra FR

更新日期：1983-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate obstetric outcomes in relation to the extent of donor sperm exposure with and without egg donation. MATERIALS AND METHODS:This is a retrospective cohort study in a single tertiary care center. All women with a singleton pregnancy who conceived following sperm donation (S...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Fishel Bartal M,Sibai BM,Bart Y,Shina A,Mazaki-Tovi S,Eisen IS,Hendler I,Baum M,Schiff E

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This is the first reported case in which a Logothetopulos pack was utilized to achieve pelvic hemostasis in a patient requiring a cesarean hysterectomy for placenta accreta with postpartum hemorrhage. The Logothetopulos pack is an easily constructed gauze tamponade method that proved to be life-saving in this case. ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Robie GF,Morgan MA,Payne GG Jr,Wasemiller-Smith L

更新日期：1990-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE: Potentially avoidable maternity complications (PAMCs) have been validated as an indicator of access to quality prenatal care. African-American mothers have exhibited a higher incidence of PAMCs, which has been attributed to unequal health coverage. The objective of this study was to assess if racial disparit...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Ranjit A,Andriotti T,Madsen C,Koehlmoos T,Staat B,Witkop C,Little SE,Robinson J

更新日期：2020-01-27 00:00:00

abstract：:In studying the effects of amniotic fluid on bacterial growth in a laboratory model, we noted that the pH of the fluid appeared to exert an independent effect. This study was designed to test the ability to control the growth of Escherichia coli in amniotic fluid simply by controlling two important growth conditions, ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Silver HM,Siler-Khodr T,Prihoda TJ,Gibbs RS

更新日期：1992-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A previously healthy multigravida woman presenting with pyrexia was found to be pancytopenic at 32 weeks' gestation. The leukopenia and the thrombocytopenia responded to supportive therapy. The anemia, which was Coombs' negative, continued and was associated with a drop in fibrinogen, but both eventually returned to n...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Soliman SR,Burrows RF

更新日期：1993-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We evaluated if maternal demographic and ultrasound parameters predict perinatal mortality in preterm intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR). Retrospective cohort study of preterm IUGR (delivery gestational age <35 weeks and birth weight <10th percentile for gestation). We excluded twins and fetuses with aneuploidy, i...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Scifres CM,Stamilio D,Macones GA,Odibo AO

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case that presents clear evidence of an intrauterine infection of twin fetuses with an enterovirus. The mother had signs and symptoms of chorioamniotitis at 34 weeks' gestation. Coxsackie virus, group B type 1 (CVB1), was cultured from amniotic fluid obtained by transabdominal amniocentesis when the membra...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Strong BS,Young SA

更新日期：1995-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of transabdominal vibroacoustic stimulation has been shown to improve the efficiency of antepartum fetal surveillance. The ability of the fetus to habituate to such a stimulus has also been suggested as a means of assessing the function of the central nervous system. The purpose of this blinded prospective inv...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Smith CV,Davis SR,Rayburn WF,Nelson RM

更新日期：1991-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The presence of the maternal warm antibody in pregnancy should not be ignored. As there is risk of both maternal and fetal anemia, both patients need to be followed for the development of such. Serial complete blood counts in the mother and treatment if significant fetal anemia develops should be considered. Serial am...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Gerson A,Young L,Ferroni J,Russino J,Sidor C,Cooper J,Herman J

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An abdominal gunshot wound in pregnancy warrants prompt surgical exploration but does not mandate uterine evacuation. Despite an entry and exit bullet wound to the uterus an apparent desire for pregnancy termination, a conservative approach was adopted with primary repair of the uterus, in conjunction with surgical re...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Kirshon B,Young R,Gordon AN

更新日期：1988-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Based on small studies and not on statistically valid clinical trials, guidelines for neonatal transfusions remain controversial and practices vary greatly. Premature infants and critically ill neonates in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) often require blood transfusions and extremely preterm neonates receive a...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Del Vecchio A,Franco C,Petrillo F,D'Amato G

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study is to review the safety and success of a trial of labor after cesarean in a group of patients managed by a solo practitioner in a rural community. This was a retrospective review of all deliveries performed over an 11-year period by a single practitioner in a rural community. Standard contr...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Upadhyaya CD,Upadhyaya DM,Carlan SJ

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Placenta previa and prior cesarean delivery are known risk factors for placenta accreta. However, other risk factors have not been identified. Our objective was to examine risk factors for accreta using data collected prospectively in a large multicenter cohort. STUDY DESIGN:Secondary analysis of women with ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Bowman ZS,Eller AG,Bardsley TR,Greene T,Varner MW,Silver RM

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neonatal intussusception in premature infants is uncommon and may mimic other abdominal disorders. We present a case of intussusception in a very low birthweight neonate. Presenting signs initially suggested necrotizing enterocolitis and meconium disease, and the diagnosis was confirmed at laparotomy. ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Glick B,Alpan G,Vinograd I,Udassin R,Mogle P,Eyal F

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The accuracy of eight ultrasonic fetal weight formulas were analyzed in 1099 fetuses who underwent real-time ultrasound examination within 72 hours prior to delivery. Shepard's formula was most consistently found to give the lowest systematic and random errors throughout all weight categories, though Deter's formula h...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Ott WJ,Doyle S,Flamm S

更新日期：1985-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute physiologic changes induced by the infusion of resuscitative fluids may be harmful, resulting in the clinical sequelae of pulmonary and intraventricular hemorrhage. Using a chronically catheterized lamb model, changes in plasma sodium concentration, osmolality, hematocrit, glucose, colloid osmotic pressure, and ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Golden SM,Nalle L,Heroman WM,Alden ER

更新日期：1983-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We sought to describe a case series and literature review of uterine rupture in the absence of a previous cesarean delivery. In addition to four cases in our institution, a search of the literature from 1994 to 2008 identified cases of uterine rupture unrelated to a prior cesarean. Uterine rupture in the absence of a ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Dow M,Wax JR,Pinette MG,Blackstone J,Cartin A

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This investigation was undertaken to determine whether histologic examination of the placenta contributed to a better understanding of the cause of intrauterine fetal growth retardation. Placentas were examined of 151 liveborn infants whose birthweights were in the lower 10th percentile for gestational age. One or mor...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Rayburn W,Sander C,Compton A

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prematurity, the major cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality, results from a multifactorial interaction of medical, historic, and psychosocial conditions. Although the literature contains several reports of prematurity risk-scoring systems, the relative importance of specific risk factors may depend on the popula...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Ross MG,Hobel CJ,Bragonier JR,Bear MB,Bemis RL

更新日期：1986-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study aims to determine if transabdominal (TA) cervical length may be used to rule out a short cervix on transvaginal (TV) ultrasound. STUDY DESIGN:We conducted a prospective cohort study of women undergoing routine anatomic survey at 17 to 23 weeks gestation. TA and TV cervical length measurements were...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Rhoades JS,Park JM,Stout MJ,Macones GA,Cahill AG,Tuuli MG

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Liposomal amphotericin B L-Amp B, a novel formulation of Amp B, is effective for the treatment of invasive fungal infections in children and adults and is associated with less toxicity than the conventional preparation. Data on the use of L-Amp B in neonates is scarce. We describe the clinical course of two premature ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： al Arishi H,Frayha HH,Kalloghlian A,al Alaiyan S

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of congenital left-sided diaphragmatic hernia complicated by formation of gastropleural fistula and Candida tropicalis empyema is presented. The possibility of pleural fistula should be considered in any undiagnosed case of pleural effusion, pneumothorax, empyema, hemothorax, or hydropneumothorax. ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Malik S,Giacoia GP

更新日期：1989-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this paper is to determine if phenobarbital exposure during pregnancy affects developmental outcome at age 2 years. Between 1991 and 1994, 401 pregnant patients at risk for delivery prior to 34 weeks' gestation were invited to participate; 48 mothers declined entry. Before delivery, pharmacy randomize...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Thorp JA,O'Connor M,Jones AM,Hoffman EL,Belden B

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cord blood gas determinations were made on arterial and venous blood from 78 babies weighing less than 2000 gm at birth, including 52 weighing 1500 gm or less. Correlations were made with Apgar scores and intrapartum events as well as with birthweight (BW) and gestational age (GA). Significant differences were seen be...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Perkins RP,Papile LA

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteomyelitis is rarely complicated by an infected cephalohematoma. We report a case of an infected cephalohematoma associated with Escherichia coli sepsis and osteomyelitis of the skull. This 37-day-old boy had E. coli sepsis, which had a poor response to antibiotic treatment. An infected cephalohematoma was found wh...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Kao HC,Huang YC,Lin TY

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction First-trimester ultrasound (US) for anatomy assessment may improve anomaly detection, but it may also increase overall US utilization. We sought to assess the utility of first-trimester US for evaluation of fetal anatomy. Materials and Methods A decision analytic model was created to compare first- plus s...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Harper LM,Wood SL,Jenkins SM,Owen J,Biggio JR

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the effect of increasing maternal obesity, including superobesity (body mass index [BMI] ≥ 50 kg/m2), on perinatal outcomes in women with diabetes. STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective cohort study of birth records for all live-born nonanomalous singleton infants ≥ 37 weeks' gestation born to Missouri res...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Marshall NE,Guild C,Cheng YW,Caughey AB,Halloran DR

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00