abstract：:Mississippi enacted medical negligence and other tort reform legislation that generally became effective for causes of action filed on or after January 1, 2003, and September 1, 2004. Data regarding lawsuits against physicians insured by the Medical Assurance Company of Mississippi (MACM), the largest medical liabilit...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Behrens MA

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate amniotic fluid arachidonic acid metabolites using enzymatic and nonenzymatic (lipid peroxidation) pathways in spontaneous preterm birth and term births, and to estimate whether prostanoid concentrations correlate with risk factors (race, cigarette smoking, and microbial invasion of amniotic cavity...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Menon R,Fortunato SJ,Milne GL,Brou L,Carnevale C,Sanchez SC,Hubbard L,Lappas M,Drobek CO,Taylor RN

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate whether and to what extent interbirth interval is associated with cesarean delivery. METHODS:This is a retrospective cohort study of 2,528 multiparous women who presented to labor and delivery at a single tertiary care obstetric hospital during an 18-month period. Women were grouped by their inte...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Miller ES,Grobman WA

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess whether primary and secondary vestibulodynia represent different pathologic pathways. METHODS:This was an analysis of archived vestibulectomy specimens from 88 premenopausal women with vestibulodynia (2002-2008). Patient records were reviewed to classify the type of vestibulodynia, duration of symp...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Leclair CM,Goetsch MF,Korcheva VB,Anderson R,Peters D,Morgan TK

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patient choices and plans may sometimes carry increased risk or include alternatives that individual physicians feel uncomfortable supporting or recommending. We consider in this commentary how the ethical principles of respect for autonomy and nonmaleficence can be balanced using, among other examples, the choice by ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Ecker J,Minkoff H

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate lactogenesis after early postpartum insertion of the etonogestrel contraceptive implant. METHODS:Healthy peripartum women with healthy, term newborns who desired the etonogestrel implant for contraception were randomly assigned to early (1-3 days) or standard (4-8 weeks) postpartum insertion. The...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Gurtcheff SE,Turok DK,Stoddard G,Murphy PA,Gibson M,Jones KP

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Periodic assessments offer an excellent opportunity for obstetricians and gynecologists to provide preventive screening, evaluation, and counseling. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists' Committee on Gynecologic Practice recommends routine assessments in primary and preventive care for women based o...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors：

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the rates of Chlamydia trachomatis detection using urine and cervical secretions from pregnant women at our institution. METHODS:A large cross-sectional sample of pregnant women (N=2,018) at 35-37 weeks of gestation were tested for C trachomatis with both endocervical and urine sampling using the ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Roberts SW,Sheffield JS,McIntire DD,Alexander JM

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To generate estimates of the association between markers of ovarian aging and natural fertility in a community sample at risk for ovarian aging. METHODS:Women aged 30-44 years with no history of infertility who had been trying to conceive for less than 3 months provided early-follicular phase serum and urine...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Steiner AZ,Herring AH,Kesner JS,Meadows JW,Stanczyk FZ,Hoberman S,Baird DD

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To estimate, from the literature, when nonlactating postpartum women regain fertility. DATA SOURCES:We searched PubMed and Cochrane Library databases for all articles (in all languages) published in peer-reviewed journals from database inception through May 2010 for evidence related to the return of ovulati...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Jackson E,Glasier A

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Many serum markers have been proposed to aid in the identification of an ectopic pregnancy, but few have been validated. Most studies have been limited by sample size and design. The goal of this study was to assess putative markers to identify which can be optimally combined. METHODS:We conducted a case-con...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Rausch ME,Sammel MD,Takacs P,Chung K,Shaunik A,Barnhart KT

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Physiologic changes of pregnancy can predispose women to cardiac arrhythmias. Atrial fibrillation is rare in pregnancy and usually occurs in women with underlying cardiac anomalies. CASE:A young woman at 22 weeks of gestation presented with new-onset atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response. Thor...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： DiCarlo-Meacham LA,Dahlke LJ

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bombay blood type is among the rarest in the world and is associated with anti-H antibodies. These antibodies cause severe hemolysis when exposed to any blood product except Bombay and have been reported to cause hemolytic disease of the newborn. CASE:A primigravid woman with Bombay blood type received eryt...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Sprawka N,Young C,O'Brien B

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laceration of the iliac veins and their branches is a feared complication in abdominal sacral colpopexy. Hemorrhages can be extensive and difficult to control. CASE:We report a case of a patient who, while undergoing abdominal sacral colpopexy, was found to have confluence of the iliac veins at the level of...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Lazarou G,Rahimi S,Cui N,Zormpa M

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate whether peptides given to adult mice with Down syndrome prevent learning deficits, and to delineate the mechanisms behind the protective effect. METHODS:Ts65Dn mice were treated for 9 days with peptides D-NAPVSIPQ (NAP)+D-SALLRSIPA (SAL) or placebo, and wild-type animals were treated with placebo...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Incerti M,Toso L,Vink J,Roberson R,Nold C,Abebe D,Spong CY

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Elective repeat cesarean delivery at 37 or 38 weeks compared with 39 completed weeks of gestation is associated with adverse neonatal outcomes. We assessed whether delivery before 39 weeks is justifiable on the basis of decreased adverse maternal outcomes. METHODS:We conducted a cohort study of women with li...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Tita ATN,Lai Y,Landon MB,Spong CY,Leveno KJ,Varner MW,Caritis SN,Meis PJ,Wapner RJ,Sorokin Y,Peaceman AM,O'Sullivan MJ,Sibai BM,Thorp JM,Ramin SM,Mercer BM,Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Hum

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To identify facilitators of and barriers to pregnant women being vaccinated against seasonal influenza by identifying factors associated with influenza vaccination during pregnancy among women who had recently given birth to a live infant. METHODS:We analyzed pooled data from Georgia (n=2,692) and Rhode Isla...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Ahluwalia IB,Jamieson DJ,Rasmussen SA,D'Angelo D,Goodman D,Kim H

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the efficacy and safety of an oral formulation of tranexamic acid for the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding. METHODS:Adult women with heavy menstrual bleeding (mean menstrual blood loss 80 mL or more per cycle) were enrolled in a double-blind, placebo-controlled study. After two pretreatment me...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Lukes AS,Moore KA,Muse KN,Gersten JK,Hecht BR,Edlund M,Richter HE,Eder SE,Attia GR,Patrick DL,Rubin A,Shangold GA

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Women who do not have a documented germline mutation or who do not have a strong family history suspicious for a germline mutation are considered to be at average risk of ovarian cancer. Women who have confirmed deleterious BRCA1 and BRCA2 germline mutations are high risk of ovarian cancer. In addition, women who have...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Berek JS,Chalas E,Edelson M,Moore DH,Burke WM,Cliby WA,Berchuck A,Society of Gynecologic Oncologists Clinical Practice Committee.

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate whether the risk of recurrent preeclampsia is affected by interpregnancy change in body mass index (BMI). METHODS:We conducted a population-based cohort study using Missouri maternally linked birth certificates for 17,773 women whose first pregnancies were complicated by preeclampsia. The women w...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Mostello D,Jen Chang J,Allen J,Luehr L,Shyken J,Leet T

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate the relationship between cervical length and hemorrhage leading to preterm delivery in women with placenta previa. METHODS:Between October 2007 and May 2009, transvaginal cervical-length measurements were obtained in all singleton pregnancies with placenta previa identified at or beyond 24 weeks ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Stafford IA,Dashe JS,Shivvers SA,Alexander JM,McIntire DD,Leveno KJ

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diabetes insipidus is rare in pregnancy. It is characterized by hypoosmolar polyuria and may be central, nephrogenic, or transient in etiology; the latter is presumably related to excess placental vasopresinase production. In theory, fetal effects of this endocrine condition may include hydramnios secondary ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Weinberg LE,Dinsmoor MJ,Silver RK

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intrauterine parvovirus B19 infection is a well-known cause for hydrops fetalis and fetal demise. We present a case of isolated fetal obstructive hydrocephalus caused by an intrauterine parvovirus B19 infection. CASE:A 23-year-old woman, gravida 3 para 2, was referred for fetal obstructive hydrocephalus. Al...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Zajicek M,Gindes L,Hoffmann C,Morag I,Achiron R

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Retained viable intrauterine pregnancy is an infrequent complication of vacuum aspiration. We report a case of a retained single intrauterine pregnancy after an elective vacuum aspiration of a dichorionic-diamniotic twin gestation. CASE:A patient presented to the emergency department reporting vaginal spott...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Asemota OA,Podolsky ML

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Moderate caffeine consumption (less than 200 mg per day) does not appear to be a major contributing factor in miscarriage or preterm birth. The relationship of caffeine to growth restriction remains undetermined. A final conclusion cannot be made at this time as to whether there is a correlation between high caffeine ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors：

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the relationships between clinical or histological chorioamnionitis and cerebral palsy using a meta-analysis approach. DATA SOURCES:A systematic review of the literature appeared in PubMed between 2000 and 2009 was conducted using the search terms "cerebral palsy" and "infection," with broad-scope...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Shatrov JG,Birch SCM,Lam LT,Quinlivan JA,McIntyre S,Mendz GL

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate the association between the ultrasonographic diagnosis of subchorionic hemorrhage and adverse pregnancy outcomes. METHODS:This was a retrospective cohort study of all consecutive women undergoing routine ultrasonography before 22 weeks with a singleton gestation at one institution from 1994 to 20...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Norman SM,Odibo AO,Macones GA,Dicke JM,Crane JP,Cahill AG

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is growing recognition of the importance and potential benefit of information technology and electronic medical records in providing quality care for women. Incorporation of obstetrician-gynecologist-specific requirements by electronic medical record vendors is essential to achieve appropriate electronic medical...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： McCoy MJ,Diamond AM,Strunk AL,American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists' Committee on Ambulatory Practice Operations.

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate the effect of the menstrual cycle and oral contraceptive pill (OCP) use on the prevalence, incidence, and persistence of human papillomavirus (HPV). METHODS:A longitudinal study was conducted among 2,065 women aged 18-29 years. The women returned a self-collected cervicovaginal sample and filled ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Schmeink CE,Massuger LF,Lenselink CH,Quint WG,Melchers WJ,Bekkers RL

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To systematically review the evidence about maternal and neonatal outcomes relating to vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). DATA SOURCES:Relevant studies were identified from multiple searches of MEDLINE, DARE, and the Cochrane databases (1980 to September 2009) and from recent systematic reviews, reference ...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Guise JM,Denman MA,Emeis C,Marshall N,Walker M,Fu R,Janik R,Nygren P,Eden KB,McDonagh M

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine factors that influence the morbidity and mortality of peripartum hysterectomy and analyze the effect of hospital volume on maternal mortality. METHODS:We examined women who underwent peripartum hysterectomy at the time of cesarean delivery in a quality and resource utilization database. Procedure-...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Wright JD,Herzog TJ,Shah M,Bonanno C,Lewin SN,Cleary K,Simpson LL,Gaddipati S,Sun X,D'Alton ME,Devine P

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fetomaternal hemorrhage is a rare cause of fetal anemia and hydrops fetalis. Early and severe fetomaternal hemorrhage may benefit from in utero transfusion(s); however, hemorrhage rate is unpredictable, and reliable criteria are needed to identify recurrent anemia. CASE:Fetal hydrops due to massive fetomate...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Friszer S,Cortey A,Pierre F,Carbonne B

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To prospectively compare the Protein C Global assay results in a cohort of infertile women who conceived after assisted reproductive technology (ART) with results from women who conceived spontaneously. METHODS:Sixty-four infertile women who conceived after ART and 47 fertile women who conceived spontaneousl...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Younis JS,Shukha M,Ben-Ami M,Izhaki I,Blumenfeld Z,Brenner B,Sarig G

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Inherited thrombophilias are associated with an increased risk of venous thromboembolism and also have been linked to adverse outcomes in pregnancy. However, there is limited evidence to guide screening for and management of these conditions in pregnancy. The purpose of this document is to review common thrombophilias...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors：

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate whether tissue DNA genotyping is effective for the confirmation and subclassification of hydatidiform moles. METHODS:Consecutive cases of products of conception were selected based on histologic alterations that are suspicious for molar pregnancy. DNA genotyping was performed by a multiplex polym...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Lipata F,Parkash V,Talmor M,Bell S,Chen S,Maric V,Hui P

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine 2009 H1N1 influenza illness severity and the effect of antiviral treatment on the severity of illness among pregnant women. METHODS:We abstracted medical records from hospitalized pregnant (n=62) and nonpregnant (n=74) women with laboratory-confirmed 2009 H1N1 influenza in New York City, May throu...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Creanga AA,Johnson TF,Graitcer SB,Hartman LK,Al-Samarrai T,Schwarz AG,Chu SY,Sackoff JE,Jamieson DJ,Fine AD,Shapiro-Mendoza CK,Jones LE,Uyeki TM,Balter S,Bish CL,Finelli L,Honein MA

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate the safety of fertility-conserving surgery for stage IA1 cervical cancer and to analyze predictors of access to conization. METHODS:We analyzed women with stage IA1 cervical cancer aged 40 years or younger who were diagnosed between 1988 and 2005 and recorded in the Surveillance, Epidemiology, an...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Wright JD,Nathavithrana R,Lewin SN,Sun X,Deutsch I,Burke WM,Herzog TJ

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare satisfaction with and adherence to the contraceptive vaginal ring and a daily low-dose oral contraceptive pill (OCP) among college and graduate students using a novel method of electronic data collection. METHODS:We randomly assigned 273 women to the contraceptive vaginal ring (n=136) or OCP (n=1...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Gilliam ML,Neustadt A,Kozloski M,Mistretta S,Tilmon S,Godfrey E

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate whether treatment with neuroprotective peptides to young adult mice prenatally exposed to alcohol reverses alcohol-induced learning deficits in a mouse model of fetal alcohol syndrome, whether the mechanism involves the N-methyl-d-aspartate (NMDA) and gamma-aminobutyric acid type A (GABAA) recepto...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Incerti M,Vink J,Roberson R,Wood L,Abebe D,Spong CY

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess whether lack of patient preparation for common physical and emotional postpartum symptoms is associated with patient satisfaction with obstetric clinicians. METHODS:We conducted a telephone survey of 724 postpartum women. Women were interviewed 2 weeks postpartum to assess self-perceived preparatio...

journal_title：Obstetrics and gynecology

authors： Howell EA

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00