Cerclage: Indications and Patient Counseling.

abstract：:The responsibility of the obstetrician is to identify during the first trimester women who are carriers for thalassemia. When she has been identified, the father of the baby should be screened and if he is also a carrier, the couple should be offered prenatal diagnosis. In the majority of cases, prenatal diagnosis can...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Kilpatrick SJ,Laros RK

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In mammalian reproductive physiology, lactation follows pregnancy; growing evidence suggests that disruption of this physiology affects a woman's lifetime risk of metabolic disease. These differences may reflect lactation-induced mobilization of fat stores and modulation of maternal stress reactivity. In addition, con...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Stuebe A

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The importance of nutrition during pregnancy with regard to pregnancy outcome has long been acknowledged. This importance has only been further emphasized by the recent changes in food quality and availability, lifestyle changes, and a new understanding of fetal programming on adult outcomes. The impact of the recent ...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Mehta SH

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With the increased use and quality of ultrasound in pregnancy, adenxal masses are being encountered with greater frequency. Fortunately, most of such masses are benign and resolve on their own. However, complications such as ovarian torsion can occur. In addition, a malignancy can be present in a small minority of cas...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Schwartz N,Timor-Tritsch IE,Wang E

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Information generated from the various tests of fetal well-being must be interpreted correctly to avoid unnecessary intervention for assumed fetal distress. This applies to both the intrapartum and antenatal period. The presence of normal data (e.g., reassuring fetal heart rate tracing) allows the woman to continue co...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Nageotte MP

更新日期：1987-12-01 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：:In the United States, roughly half of women are either overweight (24.5%) or obese (21.4%) when they become pregnant. Women who are obese before pregnancy are at increased risk for a number of pregnancy complications relative to normal-weight women. Specifically, obesity is associated with significantly increased mate...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Simhan HN

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Endometriosis is a chronic medical condition that affects around 6% to 10% of reproductive age women. Pelvic pain, dysmenorrhea, and infertility are the most common presenting symptoms. The disease is characterized by estrogen-dependent growth of the endometrial glands and stroma outside the endometrial cavity. The di...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Rafique S,Decherney AH

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

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：:Bacterial vaginitis is responsible for approximately 10 million office visits per year. This condition may disrupt marriages and cause psychologic stress that may be reflected in the individual's work and social life. Bacterial vaginitis also has been thought to lead to postpartum endometritis, pelvic cellulitis, pelv...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Faro S

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The responsibility of the physician for viral infections in pregnancy has changed dramatically in the last 15 years. Genital herpes infections have become much more frequent, and the recognition of these infections in women near term is particularly important. Cytomegaloviruses have been found to be the most commom ca...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Sever JL

更新日期：1978-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Urinary tract infection in women has its origin, predominantly, via ascending bacteria from the periurethral microflora. Asymptomatic bacteriuria, except for the pregnant patient, need not be treated. E. coli is the most common bacterium to cause UTIs, and is usually susceptible to oral antibiotics. Patients who are h...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Faro S,Fenner DE

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Women with gestational diabetes mellitus require a continuum of care before, during, and after pregnancy for optimal management of hyperglycemia. Postpartum education and lifestyle modification should begin during pregnancy, and should continue during the postpartum period. Women should receive education on the long-t...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Castorino K,Jovanovič L

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the last 10 years, expanded preconception carrier screening has become widely available and helps patients/couples make more informed decisions with regard to their reproductive options and facilitates more effective preconception planning, prenatal diagnosis, condition-specific counseling, and condition-specific c...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Zhang T,Madeira J,Lu Y,Sun Y,Mertes H,Pennings G,Lindheim SR

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In selected patients who are hemodynamically stable with an unruptured tubal pregnancy, systemic methotrexate has success rates comparable to laparoscopic salpingostomy. Larger randomized studies are necessary to adequately assess subsequent fertility. Local injection of methotrexate or other agents requires a sonogra...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Namnoum AB

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stroke risk is 3 times higher in pregnancy than in the general young adult population and carries high morbidity and mortality risks. The recognition of signs and symptoms of stroke and other serious cerebrovascular disorders in pregnant and postpartum patients is important for the obstetrician to be able to initiate ...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Barghouthi T,Bushnell C

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The addition of the human papillomavirus vaccination and the 2006 national guidelines for the management of abnormal cervical cytology have led to significant changes in the management of cervical disease among adolescents. This article reviews recommendations for prevention, screening, diagnosis, and management of ce...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Guido R

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Removal of the fallopian tubes and ovaries at the time of vaginal hysterectomy is a skill that must be acquired if one is to be a competent vaginal surgeon. Various techniques have been described and will be reviewed in this chapter. A single technique or series of steps often must be modified depending on the descent...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Shepherd JP,Zyczynski HM

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present status of oral contraceptive steroids and the IUD, the 2 most effective and increasingly popular contraceptive methods (used by 41.6% of all U.S. married couples practicing contraception in 1970), is presented. Oral steroid contraceptives with varying quantity and activity of estrogen (ethinyl estradiol o...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Mishell DR Jr

更新日期：1974-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiac disease is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in pregnant women. An increased prevalence of the cardiovascular disease has been found in women of childbearing age, in which the responsibility of the treating physician extends to the mother and to the unborn fetus. As a result, care of these high-risk p...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Chan A,Wolfe DS,Zaidi AN

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The final decision to perform a certain method of hysterectomy customarily mirrors experience and level of comfort with a particular surgical approach in the context of the patient's condition and indication for surgery. Given the morbidity and recovery associated with a laparotomic incision, every effort should be ma...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Brill AI

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hyperthyroidism is relatively uncommon during pregnancy. However, those caring for pregnant patients should be versed in the evaluation and management of hyperthyroidism, as there are potential maternal and fetal implications that are related to the disease and to treatment. The differential diagnosis of hyperthyroidi...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Cuff RD

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Both CT and MRI may play an important role in the initial assessment and subsequent management of patients with gynecologic cancer. The different capabilities of these examinations make the choice of test dependent on what portion of the body is visualized (e.g., chest, upper abdomen, or pelvis) and what information i...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Russell AH,Anderson M,Walter J,Kinney W,Smith L,Scudder S

更新日期：1992-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The concept of early breast cancer as a palpable mass with limited secondary manifestations is rapidly changing. Thanks largely to mammography, a malignant breast neoplasm can be detected long before it forms a mass. Because cure rates in this stage are high, reliable means of early detection and diagnosis are of deep...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Egan RL

更新日期：1975-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Preterm premature rupture of the membranes remains difficult to predict accurately. The majority of those suffering preterm premature rupture of the membrane lack risk factors that might lead to preventative treatments. Its management is centered on an evaluation of the risks and benefits of attempted pregnancy prolon...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Waters TP,Mercer B

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The pharmacology and potential uses of RU-486, the only anti- progesterone to reach clinical trials, including luteolytic, abortifacient, menstrual regulator, postcoital contraceptive, oral contraceptive and other uses, are reviewed. RU-486 acts on the progesterone receptors in the endometrium, specifically the decid...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Spitz IM,Bardin CW

更新日期：1989-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years it has been recognized that in all phases of life, including pregnancy, physical activity promotes health benefits and precludes comorbidities, the scientific evidence is indisputable. Several organizations around the world have updated in recent years the guidelines and recommendations for exercise in...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Artal R

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic pelvic is a multifaceted condition that often has both peripheral and central generators of pain. Despite its high prevalence, the evaluation and management of a pelvic pain patient often present many challenges to the practicing gynecologist. As with many other chronic pain conditions, pain severity does not ...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Carey ET,Moore K

更新日期：2019-12-01 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：:Many otherwise healthy women will experience a significant disruption in lifestyle from abnormal uterine bleeding. Most of those seeking medical attention will not be at risk for developing anemia. In each case, a thorough search for underlying systemic, hormonal, and organic causes should be instituted. The use of bl...

journal_title：Clinical obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Brill AI

更新日期：1995-06-01 00:00:00