Some thoughts on assessing the effectiveness of passive immunization to Rh.

abstract：:The value of the contraction stress test (CST), although well documented in late pregnancy, has been questioned earlier in gestation. We have evaluated the reliability of the CST in 102 patients tested before 33 weeks' gestation. Eighteen patients with a positive CST had a significantly higher incidence of abnormal ur...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Gabbe SG,Freeman RD,Goebelsmann U

更新日期：1978-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nocardiosis is an uncommon disease, and the primary skin infection is usually at the site of a recent injury. Nocardia is a saprophytic bacterium of the soil belonging to the order Actinomycetales. CASE:A 68-year-old woman presented with a painful, hard, dark reddish lesion located in the right hemivulva. S...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Gallo A,Bettoni G,Trezzi G,Lalinga V,Frigerio L

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Time is an important variable in understanding the recent increase in twin deliveries in the United States. Therefore, this study was designed to estimate the influences of maternal age, period (year) of delivery, and maternal-birth-year cohort on trends in rates of twin deliveries. METHODS:United States nat...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Smulian JC,Ananth CV,Kinzler WL,Kontopoulos E,Vintzileos AM

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the associations between specific pregnancy complications and posttraumatic stress disorder based on neurobiologic and behavioral characteristics, using Michigan Medicaid claims data from 1994-1996. METHODS:Two thousand, two hundred nineteen female recipients of Michigan Medicaid who were of childb...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Seng JS,Oakley DJ,Sampselle CM,Killion C,Graham-Bermann S,Liberzon I

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Testing hemoglobin and hematocrit values in labor and delivery at term is a routine practice at many centers. This necessity was evaluated by comparing values obtained at 26-28 weeks versus those obtained at term. MATERIALS:This is a prospective, observational study. All patients at least 37 weeks presenting...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Sherard GB 3rd,Newton ER

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine factors associated with delay of induced abortion into the second trimester of pregnancy. METHODS:Using audio computer-assisted self-interviewing, 398 women from 5 to 23 weeks of gestation at an urban hospital described steps and reasons that could have led to a delayed abortion. Multivariable l...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Drey EA,Foster DG,Jackson RA,Lee SJ,Cardenas LH,Darney PD

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An umbilical artery aneurysm is an extremely rare lesion. The purpose of this report is to describe the prenatal sonographic characteristics of such a lesion and potential obstetric complications. CASE:A 26-year-old woman, gravida 2, para 1, at 30 weeks' gestation was referred for an ultrasound examination ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Siddiqi TA,Bendon R,Schultz DM,Miodovnik M

更新日期：1992-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the cost-effectiveness of diagnostic laparoscopy, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) after indeterminate ultrasonography in pregnant women with suspected appendicitis. METHODS:A decision-analytic model was developed to simulate appendicitis during pregnancy taking into c...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Kastenberg ZJ,Hurley MP,Luan A,Vasu-Devan V,Spain DA,Owens DK,Goldhaber-Fiebert JD

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the histology of the vaginal wall in women with an enterocele confirmed by physical examination, cystoproctography, and intraoperative exploration. METHODS:Thirteen women with posthysterectomy apical and posterior wall prolapse were evaluated with a detailed physical examination, cystoproctography...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Tulikangas PK,Walters MD,Brainard JA,Weber AM

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study covers 20 years' experience in the treatment of carcinoma of the cervix. Improved results and a decreased rate of major complications are seen as a result of a cooperative approach in treatment planning and careful dosimetry. Comparisons are made with large treatment centers as well as with national surviva...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Given FT Jr,Frazier AB,Hancock JA Jr,Pfeiffer GW

更新日期：1978-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the influence of maternal blood contamination on amniotic fluid (AF) glucose and white blood cell count (WBC). METHODS:Amniotic fluid from 23 preterm, nondiabetic pregnant women was studied. Maternal blood was added to the AF at increasing concentrations, and glucose and WBCs were assessed. RES...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Carlan SJ,Gearity DE,O'Brien WF,Roth L

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirty-eight women with stage I epidermoid carcinoma of the vulva were studied retrospectively in an attempt to define the criteria for conservative therapy in early invasive vulvar cancer. Among the 38 women, 23 met the 6 criteria established for early invasive carcinoma of the vulva. In those 23 women, there were no...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Chu J,Tamimi HK,Ek M,Figge DC

更新日期：1982-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To examine the validity of cervical cytologic diagnosis of sexually transmitted diseases, we reviewed the literature and calculated the efficacy of the Papanicolaou smear as a diagnostic technique. The predictive value of a positive test varied widely, but was generally higher for Trichomonas vaginalis (0.81-1.00) tha...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Roongpisuthipong A,Grimes DA,Hadgu A

更新日期：1987-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One hundred eighteen nulliparous patients delivered under conduction anesthesia who met the standard criteria for low forceps delivery were randomly assigned to one of three groups to be delivered by low Tucker-McLane forceps, Silastic vacuum extraction system, or Mityvac vacuum extractor. Significant maternal soft ti...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Dell DL,Sightler SE,Plauché WC

更新日期：1985-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the value of the fetal nonstress test (NST) in predicting neonatal transfusion in pregnancies complicated by red cell isoimmunization. METHODS:We retrospectively reviewed the records of all patients evaluated for isoimmunization in pregnancy for the period January 1992 to December 1994. In addition...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Ouzounian JG,Alsulyman OM,Monteiro HA,Songster GS

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:to evaluate the advantages and pitfalls of the loop electrosurgical excision procedure as applied to the diagnosis and treatment of cervical cancer precursors. METHODS:Loop electrosurgical excision procedure using local anesthesia and colposcopic guidance was performed in an outpatient clinical setting in 11...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Ferenczy A,Choukroun D,Arseneau J

更新日期：1996-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To explore whether state restrictions on Medicaid funding for pregnancy termination of anomalous fetuses could be contributing to the black-white disparity in infant death resulting from congenital anomalies. METHODS:Data on deaths resulting from anomalies were obtained from U.S. vital statistics records (19...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Hutcheon JA,Bodnar LM,Simhan HN

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One hundred fifty-two women who received cefazolin prophylaxis and subsequently developed postpartum endometritis were randomized to treatment with either ticarcillin/clavulanic acid (75) or clindamycin-gentamicin (77). Bacteria isolated from the endometrium were predominantly facultative anaerobic bacteria. The ratio...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Faro S,Martens M,Hammill H,Phillips LE,Smith D,Riddle G

更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vaginal evisceration can take place many years after vaginal surgery. CASE:An 87-year-old woman presented with evisceration of small bowel through the vagina, 15 years after she underwent a vaginal hysterectomy. On physical examination, her vital signs were normal. Forty centimeters of small bowel was visib...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Feiner B,Lissak A,Kedar R,Lefel O,Lavie O

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Individuals with Down syndrome have abnormally short long bones. Sonography has previously revealed slightly shortened femurs and thickened nuchal folds in affected second-trimester fetuses. Humeral and femoral lengths and nuchal folds were evaluated in 400 normal second-trimester controls and in 24 consecutive Down s...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Benacerraf BR,Neuberg D,Frigoletto FD Jr

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An analysis was performed of malignant and host cells found in peritoneal fluids obtained during intraperitoneal chemotherapy and immunotherapy in patients with ovarian cancer. The concentration of malignant cells and the surgically documented response to the intraperitoneal treatment were correlated. Twenty-three pat...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Sagae S,Berek JS,Fu YS,Chang N,Dauplat J,Hacker NF

更新日期：1988-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate whether the use of specific types of assisted reproductive technology (ART) is associated with an increased risk of placenta-mediated pregnancy complications, which include preeclampsia, stillbirth, small for gestational age at birth, and placental abruption. METHODS:A population-based retrospect...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Sun LM,Walker MC,Cao HL,Yang Q,Duan T,Kingdom JCP

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the need for further surgery after laparoscopic excision of endometriosis or hysterectomy. METHODS:In this retrospective study, women who had surgery for endometriosis-associated pain at the Cleveland Clinic were assessed for requirement for subsequent surgery. One hundred twenty patients who ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Shakiba K,Bena JF,McGill KM,Minger J,Falcone T

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine preterm births among African-American and Hispanic women who delivered at an inner-city public hospital in the context of contemporaneously increasing rates in the United States. METHODS:The rates of preterm birth, defined as birth before 37 weeks of gestation, for singleton neonates with birth we...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Leveno KJ,McIntire DD,Bloom SL,Sibley MR,Anderson RJ

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine whether severe preeclampsia is associated with genetic thrombophilic mutations or other types of thrombophilia. METHODS:A case-control study compared 63 consecutive women with severe preeclampsia evaluated at our institution between November 1997 and April 1999 with 126 control women matched for...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Kupferminc MJ,Fait G,Many A,Gordon D,Eldor A,Lessing JB

更新日期：2000-07-01 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：:Hydramnios and maternal renal compromise are described in a singleton pregnancy with a large fetal abdominal cystic mass. Both the hydramnios and the renal failure resolved after percutaneous drainage of the fetal cyst. Rapid reaccumulation of the mass resulted in redrainage and placement of an indwelling cyst/amnioti...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Seeds JW,Cefalo RC,Herbert WN,Bowes WA Jr

更新日期：1984-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Emergency contraception, also known as postcoital contraception, is therapy used to prevent pregnancy after an unprotected or inadequately protected act of sexual intercourse. Common indications for emergency contraception include contraceptive failure (eg, condom breakage or missed doses of oral contraceptives) and f...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors：

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Human trafficking is a widespread problem with estimates ranging from 14,000 to 50,000 individuals trafficked into the United States annually. This hidden population involves the commercial sex industry, agriculture, factories, hotel and restaurant businesses, domestic workers, marriage brokers, and some adoption firm...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors：

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine if oncogene overexpression in patients with advanced epithelial ovarian cancer correlates with survival. METHODS:Twenty-two women with stage III ovarian cancer, observed for a median of 66 (range 48-204) months were compared with 30 with a median survival of 18 (range 2-28) months. Using immunoc...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Goff BA,Muntz HG,Greer BE,Tamimi HK,Gown AM

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00