Gastric residual in growing preterm infants: effect of body position.

abstract：:We report the case of a term male infant with severe persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn, who developed massive neutrophilia of unknown etiology. An extensive evaluation failed to disclose an obvious cause for his neutrophilia. A bone marrow aspirate was performed and was consistent with a leukemoid react...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Engmann C,Donn SM

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We aimed to compare the rates of "surfactant treated respiratory disease" and other neonatal morbidities among moderately preterm (MPT) infants exposed to no, partial, or a complete course of antenatal corticosteroids (ANS). STUDY DESIGN:This observational cohort study evaluated MPT infants (290/7-336/7 week...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Chawla S,Natarajan G,Chowdhury D,Das A,Walsh M,Bell EF,Laptook AR,Van Meurs K,D'Angio CT,Stoll BJ,DeMauro SB,Shankaran S

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This prospective study was performed to determine a way to improve conventional transcutaneous bilirubinometry results in healthy term newborn infants. In 118 infants during phototherapy (group A), and in 118 infants without phototherapy (group B), bilirubin determinations were done in duplicate using the Minolta AirS...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Felc Z

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Neonatal biomarkers of inflammation were examined in relation to early neurodevelopment and gait in very-low-birth-weight (VLBW) preterm children. We hypothesized that preterm infants exposed to higher levels of neonatal inflammation would demonstrate lower scores on Bayley Scales of Infant Toddler Developmen...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Rose J,Vassar R,Cahill-Rowley K,Hintz SR,Stevenson DK

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 18 women with gestational diabetes the variables of an oral glucose tolerance test (fasting and 2-hour blood glucose values and area under the blood glucose curve) performed in the last trimester of pregnancy correlated significantly with the urinary C-peptide excretion during the first 12 hours of the life (r = 0....

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Lunell NO,Persson B,Devarajan LV,Hassan S,Hathout H,Kasrawi R,Saleh A,Viktorin L

更新日期：1988-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We sought to determine if maternal prepregnancy body mass index (BMI) is a risk factor for neonatal respiratory morbidity and to determine if increasing BMI decreased the efficacy of betamethasone (BMZ). STUDY DESIGN:This was a secondary analysis of the Antenatal Late Preterm Steroids trial, double-blind, ra...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Bicocca MJ,Blackwell SC,Sibai BM

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to compare the nulliparous-term-singleton-vertex (NTSV) and the Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) cesarean birth metrics as tools for quality improvement efforts based on hospital size. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Cesarean birth rates from 275 hospitals from six states were ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Shields LE,Walker S,Hedriana HL,Wiesner S,Pelletreau B,Hitti J,Benedetti TJ

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to identify differences in sequential integrated screening and early ultrasound markers in monochorionic/diamniotic (MC/DA) pregnancies complicated by twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) and unequal placental sharing (UPS). STUDY DESIGN: Retrospective cohort study of MC/DA pregnancies ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Miller E,Blat C,Gosnell K,Gonzalez J,Ghaffari N

更新日期：2020-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to compare the pregnancy outcome and delivery complications in women 40 years or older (cases) to that of women 20 to 30 years old (controls). Over a 5-year period, 319 cases had a singleton delivery in our institution. These women were compared with 326 controls. Parity was significantly hig...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Seoud MA,Nassar AH,Usta IM,Melhem Z,Kazma A,Khalil AM

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite advances in management of persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN), the risk of mortality and adverse neurological sequelae remains high. Characterizing variation in practices is a crucial step toward improved patient outcome. OBJECTIVE:Evaluate intensive care practices in Canada and ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Shivananda S,Ahliwahlia L,Kluckow M,Luc J,Jankov R,McNamara P

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although various authors recommend screening for hypoglycemia in large for gestational age (LGA) and small for gestational age (SGA) newborns, the frequency of hypoglycemia in these infants, using a recent definition of hypoglycemia, and the proper duration of screening are not documented. We determined chromogen test...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Holtrop PC

更新日期：1993-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study assessed whether the amniotic fluid index (AFI) or the single deepest pocket (SDP) is the best technique to estimate amniotic fluid volume. The AFI and SDP were compared to a dye-determined or directly measured amniotic fluid volume. A PUBMED search from 1990 to 2006 was conducted using the search terms "si...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Magann EF,Chauhan SP,Doherty DA,Magann MI,Morrison JC

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A recent report has noted an association between Helicobacter pylori and hyperemesis gravidarum. We present two cases in which first-trimester patients with severe hyperemesis gravidarum requiring intravenous fluid replacement were placed on oral erythromycin therapy for other nonrelated conditions. Surprisingly, mark...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： El Younis CM,Abulafia O,Sherer DM

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to determine if delayed cord clamping (DCC) affected brain myelin water volume fraction (VFm) and neurodevelopment in term infants. STUDY DESIGN: This was a single-blinded randomized controlled trial of healthy pregnant women with term singleton fetuses randomized at birth to either immedia...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Mercer JS,Erickson-Owens DA,Deoni SCL,Dean Iii DC,Tucker R,Parker AB,Joelson S,Mercer EN,Collins J,Padbury JF

更新日期：2020-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this paper is to determine whether acyclovir suppression provides a greater cost savings over no medical therapy in the management of recurrent genital herpes (HSV) in pregnancy. Estimates of the risk of HSV recurrence and cesarean delivery rates in acyclovir-treated and -untreated patients and freque...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Scott LL,Alexander J

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Managing preterm rupture of membranes (PPROM) is a balance between benefits of prolonging gestation and the risks of perinatal infection. This study evaluates a real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) for the detection of amniotic fluid infection and neonatal complications by amniocentesis following PPROM. A total o...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Debiève F,Ska S,Williams O,Hutchings G,Bernard P,Grandjean P,Hubinont C

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study is to conduct an initial pilot trial evaluating the feasibility, safety, and efficacy of bupropion for smoking cessation in pregnancy. STUDY DESIGN:A randomized, double-blind, parallel-group pilot study of bupropion versus placebo with 50 pregnant smokers was planned. Eligibility criteri...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Stotts AL,Northrup TF,Cinciripini PM,Minnix JA,Blalock JA,Mullen PD,Pedroza C,Blackwell S

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In Finland a nationwide free prenatal care system was mandated by law in 1944. At present, 99.9% of Finland's pregnant women use it. The primary aim is to provide advice and care to all women in local centers and to identify pregnant women exhibiting risk factors and refer them to specialized prenatal units located in...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Hakala TH,Ylikorkala O

更新日期：1989-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A study was undertaken in 372 consecutive patients undergoing non-elective cesarean delivery to explore the incidence and nature of conflicts between physician and patient surrounding the decision to undergo non-elective cesarean delivery; to examine the adequacy of informed consent at the time of non-elective cesarea...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Lescale KB,Inglis SR,Eddleman KA,Peeper EQ,Chervenak FA,McCullough LB

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to examine the maternal risk factors associated with early onset Group B streptococcus (GBS) sepsis and determine the potential impact of intrapartum chemoprophylaxis using these risk factors. Using a computerized perinatal database, 26,525 deliveries over a five-year period (1989 to 1994...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Philipson EH,Herson VC

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this article is to prospectively investigate the efficacy of amnioinfusion as a means to reduce febrile morbidity in pregnancies complicated by chorioamnionitis. All laboring patients with a temperature > or =100.1 degrees F were approached for study participation. Exclusion criteria included amnionit...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Parilla BV,McDermott TM

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the sixth pregnancy and the first occurrence of twins after liver transplantation, and the second time cyclosporine was used in pregnancy for that indication. The pregnancy was interrupted at 33 weeks, menstrual age, for exacerbation of chronic graft rejection and intrauterine growth retardation of both twin...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Grow DR,Simon NV,Liss J,Delp WT

更新日期：1991-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE: Neuromuscular re-education (NMRE) therapy including bracing, containment, facilitation techniques, joint compression, weight (WT) bearing, and myofascial release has been shown to improve neurodevelopmental maturation in premature infants. This study aimed to examine the association of NMRE with growth param...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Leone M,Alsofrom J,Kane M,Laryea S,Abdelatif D,Mohamed MA

更新日期：2020-09-11 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：OBJECTIVE:To determine if increasing predicted risk of cesarean was associated with longer labor length and increased morbidity among women undergoing induction with an unfavorable cervix. STUDY DESIGN:Using a publically available database, we evaluated whether a previously validated prediction model for cesarean deli...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Hamm RF,Downes KL,Srinivas SK,Levine LD

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE: This work aimed to study perinatal, maternal, and neonatal characteristics of birth tourism (BT) mother-baby dyads and the rate of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admissions of BT infants. STUDY DESIGN: Retrospective study at a regional perinatal center comparing BT mother-baby dyads to all dyads. BT in...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Lim J,Sun WD,Zhang L,Mikhael M

更新日期：2020-11-09 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We sought to examine pathogen distribution and clinical presentation of late-onset sepsis (LOS) at an urban tertiary care center. STUDY DESIGN:We performed a retrospective review of all culture-confirmed cases of LOS presenting to our institution from 2013 to 2017. Medical records were evaluated for demograp...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Black CG,Tavares L,Stachel A,Ratner AJ,Randis TM

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To identify the variables associated with sepsis-associated mortality, as well as to develop a severity risk score to predict death in very low-birth-weight (VLBW) neonates affected by nosocomial sepsis. STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective cohort study. Infants weighing ≤ 1500 g with neonatal sepsis of nosocomial ori...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Prieto CL,Colomer BF,Sastre JB

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Widened pulse pressure is generally associated with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA). Surprisingly, this is often not true for preterm infants during the first week of life when systolic and diastolic pressures are both reduced and pulse pressure may remain unchanged. STUDY DESIGN:This is a retrospective, obs...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Bin-Nun A,Kasirer Y,Mimouni F,Schorrs I,Fink D,Hammerman C

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to perform antiphospholipid antibody screening in women with chronic hypertension to assess whether the presence of such antibodies is associated with adverse pregnancy outcome. Serum for anticardiolipin antibodies and lupus anticoagulant was obtained in pregnant women with chronic hype...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Zeeman GG,Alexander JM,McIntire DD,Leveno KJ

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00