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Clinical findings associated with bladder trabeculations in women
Conclusion In this study, bladder trabeculations were associated with stage IV prolapse in the anterior compartment as well as with detrusor overactivity and UUI. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-5DOI 10.1007/s00192-012-1989-3Authors Meghana Gowda, Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vanderbilt University, B-1100 Medical Center North, Nashville, TN 37232, USAJill M. Danford, Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vanderbilt University, B-1100...
Source: International Urogynecology Journal - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Tags: International Urogynecology Journal Source Type: research

David Campbell obituary
My friend David Campbell, who has died aged 84, was a soldier, psychiatrist and an international figure in the world of bioenergetic therapy, a form of therapy that assumes a correlation between mind and body, and works with both to resolve emotional issues.David came from a medical family in Glasgow. After graduating in medicine from Glasgow University, he completed his early training in obstetrics at the Coombe hospital in Dublin. He told how a grateful mother gave him the price of a pint of Guinness as a reward for delivering her baby. David joined the Royal Army Medical Corps in 1952 and was attached to the 2nd Battali...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - November 19, 2012 Category: Science Tags: Psychology Obituaries Military Mental health guardian.co.uk Scotland Medicine Society Source Type: news

Nigeria: 1,200 Pregnant Women Get MDGs Support in Ogun
[Daily Trust]Abeokuta -A total of 1200 pregnant women have benefited from the Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) scheme under the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) project in Ogun state. The scheme is meant to provide incentives for the women to promote healthy living and reduce poverty.
Source: AllAfrica News: Pregnancy and Childbirth - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Source Type: news

Recovery after Total Abdominal Hysterectomy – Vicki’s Story
Hi my name is Vicki and I am 44 years old. I had a Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH) on the 17th of September, so I am 6 weeks and 2 days into my recovery. The reason for my TAH was like so many women the discovery of a very large fibroid, im not sure of the exact size of it but my incision had to be vertical due to the size of the fibroid. When I was first told I was having this operation I felt a real sense of loss and a part of me felt like a failure as a ‘woman’, apparently this is quite normal so if you feel this you are not alone. I really wanted to post on this forum to let people know that I feel abso...
Source: The Hysterectomy Association - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Linda Parkinson-Hardman Tags: Fibroids Hysterectomy Recovery Latest News Your Stories tah total abdominal hysterectomy Source Type: news

Serious Pregnancy Complication May Be In The Genes
New research at the University of Adelaide has revealed a genetic link in pregnant mums - and their male partners - to pre-eclampsia, a life-threatening complication during pregnancy. Pre-eclampsia involves high blood pressure and fluid retention and can cause damage to the kidneys and liver. About 7% of pregnancies are affected by pre-eclampsia. In a paper now online in the journal Placenta ahead of print publication, the researchers say they have found a genetic variant involving the AGT2R gene, which may predispose women to pre-eclampsia...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 19, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Pregnancy / Obstetrics Source Type: news

‘Lifestyle Diseases’ Plague Indian Women
Sreelakshmi, an office executive in a major diagnostic laboratory in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of the southern Indian state of Kerala, ends her 11-hour working day to return home at night to a mountain of domestic chores. At 35, she is already diabetic and vulnerable to disorders ranging from obesity and depression to hypertension and chronic backache. Health experts warn that Sreelakshmi represents an increasing number of high-powered Indian working women who juggle workplace and domestic responsibilities in an effort to keep everyone around them happy, while disregarding the toll this hectic lifestyle takes on...
Source: IPS Inter Press Service - Health - November 19, 2012 Category: Global & Universal Authors: K.S. Hari Krishnan Tags: Asia-Pacific Development & Aid Economy & Trade Featured Gender Headlines Health Human Rights Labour Population Regional Categories Women's Health India Lifestyle Diseases obesity Working Women Source Type: news

Divorce Puts Women at Risk of Losing Health Insurance, Study Finds
Title: Divorce Puts Women at Risk of Losing Health Insurance, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/16/2012 12:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 11/19/2012 12:00:00 AM
Source: MedicineNet Womens Health General - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Source Type: news

Fetal lung lesions: can we start to breathe easier?
Conclusion: Nonhydropic fetuses with a maximum CVR >1.0 are a subgroup of patients who are at increased risk for respiratory morbidity and the need for surgical intervention. These patients should be delivered at a tertiary care center with pediatric surgery expertise to ensure optimal clinical outcomes.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Stacey Ehrenberg-Buchner, Alyssa M. Stapf, Deborah R. Berman, Robert A. Drongowski, George B. Mychaliska, Marjorie C. Treadwell, Shaun M. Kunisaki Tags: Imaging Source Type: research

The association between urinary and fecal incontinence and social isolation in older women
Conclusion: After adjusting for confounders, daily urinary incontinence was significantly associated with often feeling isolated. Weekly fecal incontinence was not found to be associated with often feeling isolated on multivariable logistic regression.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Sallis O. Yip, Madeline A. Dick, Alexandra M. McPencow, Deanna K. Martin, Maria M. Ciarleglio, Elisabeth A. Erekson Tags: Urogynecology Source Type: research

Psychosocial risk, prenatal counseling and maternal behavior: findings from PRAMS, 2004-2008
Conclusion: Counseling regarding psychosocial risk factors during pregnancy may positively impact maternal behavior.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Elizabeth E. Krans, Matthew M. Davis, Eleanor B. Schwarz Tags: Obstetrics Source Type: research

Perinatal complications and long-term neurodevelopmental outcome of infants with intrauterine growth restriction
Conclusion: IUGR infants are subject to an increased risk for adverse short- and long-term outcome compared with SGA children.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Anne-Karen von Beckerath, Martina Kollmann, Christa Rotky-Fast, Eva Karpf, Uwe Lang, Philipp Klaritsch Tags: Obstetrics Source Type: research

Obstetric complications among US women with asthma
Conclusion: Maternal asthma increased risk for nearly all outcomes studied in a general obstetric population.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Pauline Mendola, S. Katherine Laughon, Tuija I. Männistö, Kira Leishear, Uma M. Reddy, Zhen Chen, Jun Zhang Tags: Obstetrics Source Type: research

Prediction of intrapartum fetal compromise using the cerebroumbilical ratio: a prospective observational study
Conclusion: The fetal cerebroumbilical ratio can identify fetuses at high and low risk of a subsequent diagnosis of intrapartum compromise, and may be used to risk stratify pregnancies before labor.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Tomas Prior, Edward Mullins, Phillip Bennett, Sailesh Kumar Tags: Obstetrics Source Type: research

Evaluation of a quantitative fetal fibronectin test for spontaneous preterm birth in symptomatic women
Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine whether quantification of cervicovaginal fluid fetal fibronectin (fFN) improves diagnostic accuracy of spontaneous preterm birth (sPTB) in symptomatic women. Study Design: A prospective blinded predefined secondary analysis of a larger study of cervicovaginal fluid fFN concentration (nanograms per milliliter) in women symptomatic of preterm labor (n =300 women; 22-35 weeks' gestation) with a Hologic 10Q system (Hologic, Marlborough, MA). Clinicians were blinded to the result until after the delivery, but the qualitative Hologic TLIIQ fFN result was made available. R...
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Danielle S. Abbott, Samara K. Radford, Paul T. Seed, Rachel M. Tribe, Andrew H. Shennan Tags: Obstetrics Source Type: research

Routine bimanual pelvic examinations: practices and beliefs of US obstetrician-gynecologists
Conclusion: Obstetrician-gynecologists perform bimanual pelvic examinations in the vast majority of asymptomatic women, but the importance placed on the examinations and reasons for conducting them vary.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Jillian T. Henderson, Cynthia C. Harper, Sarah Gutin, Mona Saraiya, Jocelyn Chapman, George F. Sawaya Tags: General Gynecology Source Type: research

Erythema Multiforme Minor after Ibuprofen use for Menstrual Pain
A 20-year-old healthy white female presents to the emergency department for 2- day history of rash that started on the vermilion border of the lips and arms () which eventually spread to her chest, abdomen, back, and legs. She also has lesions on her palms and soles. The cutaneous lesions are symmetrically distributed and consist of 3 zones: a central erythematous papule, an intermediate edematous ring, and a violaceous periphery. The oral mucosal lesions consist of a few minor areas of hemorrhagic crusting. She takes ibuprofen as needed for menstrual cramps. Patient recalls taking ibuprofen for 3 consecutive days for mens...
Source: Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Nisha C. Desai, Joseph C. English Tags: Dermatology for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology Source Type: research

Acquired Chiari I malformation: a differential diagnosis in severe postdural puncture headache?
When recently reviewing the literature for the anesthetic management of a parturient with Chiari I malformation (CIM) for cesarean delivery, we learned that there is an acquired form which has been reported following neuraxial procedures. We suggest that exacerbation of pre-existing congenital CIM or de-novo acquired CIM should be considered in the differential diagnosis of severe postdural puncture headache (PDPH).
Source: International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia - November 19, 2012 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: J.P.R. Brown, D.E. Lea, M.J. Douglas Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

Hyperfibrinolysis diagnosed by rotational thromboelastometry in a case of suspected amniotic fluid embolism
We present a case of suspected amniotic fluid embolism that presented with sudden respiratory arrest associated with haemodynamic compromise during a non-elective caesarean delivery. Soon after the collapse, coagulopathy developed. Rotational thromboelastometry showed hyperfibrinolysis and hypofibrinogenaemia, which allowed targeted coagulation factor replacement therapy and the use of tranexamic acid. Hyperfibrinolysis may be a contributor to the coagulopathy associated with amniotic fluid embolism but has been infrequently reported, perhaps due to limited diagnosis with traditional coagulation tests. Treatment of the coa...
Source: International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia - November 19, 2012 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: N.F. Collins, M. Bloor, N.J. McDonnell Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research

Intrathecal morphine 100 and 200μg for post-cesarean delivery analgesia: a trade-off between analgesic efficacy and side effects
Abstract: Introduction: Intrathecal morphine is highly effective for post-cesarean analgesia; however, the optimal dose is yet to be established. The aim of this study was to compare analgesia and side effects after a change in institutional practice to give 200μg rather than 100μg.Methods: We conducted a retrospective chart review of 241 patients who had an elective cesarean delivery and received either 100 or 200μg of intrathecal morphine. The primary outcome variables were mean and peak verbal pain scores (0–10) and analgesic use (milligram-morphine equivalents). Postoperative administration of antiemetics, antipru...
Source: International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia - November 19, 2012 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: J.Y. Wong, B. Carvalho, E.T. Riley Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research

Pharmacokinetics and adhesion of the Agile transdermal contraceptive patch (AG200-15) during daily exposure to external conditions of heat, humidity and exercise
Conclusions: Although slightly lower mean drug concentration levels were observed for whirlpool, treadmill and sauna, drug concentrations under all conditions were well within therapeutic ranges established for the AP during normal wear and within ranges reported for low-dose combination oral contraceptives. Patch adhesion was excellent; the AP was safe and well tolerated under all conditions.
Source: Contraception - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: David F. Archer, Frank Z. Stanczyk, Arkady Rubin, Marie Foegh Tags: Original Research Articles Source Type: research

Hand sensation in adults with conservatively treated obstetric brachial plexus lesion
This commentary is on the original article by Anguelova etal
Source: Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology - November 19, 2012 Category: Child Development Authors: MARY GALEA Tags: COMMENTARY Source Type: research

Metabolomic prediction of late-onset preeclampsia: Bahado-Singh et al
The article below summarizes a roundtable discussion of a study published in this issue of the Journal in light of its methodology, relevance to practice, and implications for future research. Article discussed: Bahado-Singh RO, Akolekar R, Mandal R, et al. First-trimester metabolomic detection of late-onset preeclampsia. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2013;208:58.e1-7.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Heather A. Frey, George A. Macones, Jenifer Allsworth, Lauren Theilen, Janine Spain Tags: Journal Club Source Type: research

Trends in use of surgical mesh for pelvic organ prolapse
Conclusion: From 2005 to 2010, the rate of mesh prolapse procedures has increased, with vaginal mesh surgeries constituting the vast majority.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Michele Jonsson Funk, Autumn L. Edenfield, Virginia Pate, Anthony G. Visco, Alison C. Weidner, Jennifer M. Wu Tags: Urogynecology Source Type: research

Common postoperative pulmonary complications after hysterectomy for benign indications
Conclusion: The incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications after hysterectomy for benign indications is low.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Ellen R. Solomon, Tyler M. Muffly, Matthew D. Barber Tags: General Gynecology Source Type: research

Cotton-tipped applicator test: validity and reliability in chronic pelvic pain
Conclusion: The CTA test had excellent interrater reliability and concurrent validity for diagnosis of cutaneous allodynia in CPP patients with visceral diseases versus controls.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Maryam Nasr-Esfahani, John Jarrell Tags: General Gynecology Source Type: research

Vaginal progesterone vs cervical cerclage for the prevention of preterm birth in women with a sonographic short cervix, previous preterm birth, and singleton gestation: a systematic review and indirect comparison metaanalysis
Objective: No randomized controlled trial has compared vaginal progesterone and cervical cerclage directly for the prevention of preterm birth in women with a sonographic short cervix in the mid trimester, singleton gestation, and previous spontaneous preterm birth. We performed an indirect comparison of vaginal progesterone vs cerclage using placebo/no cerclage as the common comparator. Study Design: Adjusted indirect metaanalysis of randomized controlled trials. Results: Four studies that evaluated vaginal progesterone vs placebo (158 patients) and 5 studies that evaluated cerclage vs no cerclage (504 patients) were...
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Agustin Conde-Agudelo, Roberto Romero, Kypros Nicolaides, Tinnakorn Chaiworapongsa, John M. O'Brien, Elcin Cetingoz, Eduardo da Fonseca, George Creasy, Priya Soma-Pillay, Shalini Fusey, Cetin Cam, Zarko Alfirevic, Sonia S. Hassan Tags: Reports of Major Impact Source Type: research

Comparison of the obstetric and perinatal outcomes of children conceived from in vitro or in vivo matured oocytes in in vitro maturation treatments with births from conventional ICSI cycles
STUDY QUESTION Are the obstetric and perinatal outcomes of deliveries following in vitro maturation (IVM) cycles different from births generated from controlled ovarian stimulation (COS) cycles? SUMMARY ANSWER The obstetric and perinatal outcomes of births from IVM cycles are comparable with those of ICSI treatments, including the incidence of major and minor abnormalities. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY Only few and numerically small reports on the health of IVM children are currently available. STUDY DESIGN, SIZE AND DURATION Retrospective cohort study involving 196 babies born from IVM cycles carried out with different p...
Source: Human Reproduction - November 19, 2012 Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: Fadini, R., Mignini Renzini, M., Guarnieri, T., Dal Canto, M., De Ponti, E., Sutcliffe, A., Shevlin, M., Comi, R., Coticchio, G. Tags: Reproductive epidemiology Source Type: research

Surgical versus medical treatment for endometriosis-associated severe deep dyspareunia: I. Effect on pain during intercourse and patient satisfaction
This study reports a direct comparison between the two treatment options in women with severe pain during intercourse. DESIGN Patient preference, parallel cohort study with a 12-month follow-up. The effect of conservative surgery at laparoscopy was compared with treatment with a low-dose of norethisterone acetate per os (2.5 mg/day) in women with persistent/recurrent severe deep dyspareunia after first-line surgery. PARTICIPANTS AND SETTING A total of 51 patients chose repeat surgery and 103 progestin treatment. Patient satisfaction was graded according to a five-category scale. Variations in pain during intercourse were...
Source: Human Reproduction - November 19, 2012 Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: Vercellini, P., Somigliana, E., Consonni, D., Frattaruolo, M. P., De Giorgi, O., Fedele, L. Tags: Gynaecology Source Type: research

Are digestive symptoms in women presenting with pelvic endometriosis specific to lesion localizations? A preliminary prospective study
STUDY QUESTION What are the types and frequency of digestive symptoms in patients with different localizations of pelvic endometriosis and which specific symptoms are related to rectal stenosis? SUMMARY ANSWER There is a high prevalence of digestive complaints in women presenting with superficial pelvic endometriosis and deep endometriosis sparing the rectum. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY Women presenting with pelvic endometriosis frequently report gastrointestinal complaints of increased intensity during menstruation, which are not necessarily linked to the infiltration of the disease into the rectal wall. Even though intrarect...
Source: Human Reproduction - November 19, 2012 Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: Roman, H., Ness, J., Suciu, N., Bridoux, V., Gourcerol, G., Leroi, A. M., Tuech, J. J., Ducrotte, P., Savoye-Collet, C., Savoye, G. Tags: Gynaecology Source Type: research

How common is adenomyosis? A prospective study of prevalence using transvaginal ultrasound in a gynaecology clinic
STUDY QUESTION What is the prevalence of adenomyosis in a population of women attending a general gynaecological clinic? SUMMARY ANSWER Adenomyosis was present in 206 of 985 [20.9%; 95% confidence interval (CI): 18.5–23.6%] women included in the study. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY Previous studies of occurrence of adenomyosis have been limited to women who underwent hysterectomy, which is likely to overestimate its prevalence compared with the general population of women. There are no large prospective studies on the prevalence of adenomyosis, either in the general population of women or in a general gynaecology clinic se...
Source: Human Reproduction - November 19, 2012 Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: Naftalin, J., Hoo, W., Pateman, K., Mavrelos, D., Holland, T., Jurkovic, D. Tags: Gynaecology Source Type: research

MR-guided focus ultrasound (MRgFUS) for symptomatic uterine fibroids: predictors of treatment success
STUDY QUESTION What are the factors associated with long-term success in patients with symptomatic uterine fibroids treated by magnetic resonance-guided focus ultrasound (MRgFUS) and can they be employed to create a clinically useful index that predicts long-term efficacy? SUMMARY ANSWER Hypo-intense fibroids on T2-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and older age were associated with higher success rates and can be used to predict success rates on the basis of their presence or absence as pre-treatment parameters. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY The signal intensity of baseline T2-weighted MRI images and non-perfused volume...
Source: Human Reproduction - November 19, 2012 Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: Machtinger, R., Inbar, Y., Cohen-Eylon, S., Admon, D., Alagem-Mizrachi, A., Rabinovici, J. Tags: Gynaecology Source Type: research

Role of prostaglandin E2 in bacterial growth in women with endometriosis
STUDY QUESTION Can prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) in menstrual and peritoneal fluid (PF) promote bacterial growth in women with endometriosis? SUMMARY ANSWER PGE2 promotes bacterial growth in women with endometriosis. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY Menstrual blood of women with endometriosis is highly contaminated with Escherichia coli (E. coli) compared with that of non-endometriotic women: E. coli-derived lipopolysaccharide (LPS) promotes the growth of endometriosis. STUDY DESIGN, SIZE AND DURATION Case-controlled biological research with a prospective collection of body fluids and endometrial tissues from women with and without endo...
Source: Human Reproduction - November 19, 2012 Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: Khan, K. N., Kitajima, M., Yamaguchi, N., Fujishita, A., Nakashima, M., Ishimaru, T., Masuzaki, H. Tags: Gynaecology Source Type: research

Diagnostic delay for endometriosis in Austria and Germany: causes and possible consequences
STUDY QUESTION What is the length of the diagnostic delay for endometriosis in Austria and Germany, and what are the reasons for the delay? SUMMARY ANSWER The diagnostic delay for endometriosis in Austria and Germany is surprisingly long, due to both medical and psychosocial reasons. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY Diagnostic delay of endometriosis is a problematic phenomenon which has been evaluated in several European countries and in the USA, but has not been reported for Germany and Austria. STUDY DESIGN, SIZE, DURATION A cross-sectional, questionnaire-based multicentre study was conducted in tertiary referral centers in Aust...
Source: Human Reproduction - November 19, 2012 Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: Hudelist, G., Fritzer, N., Thomas, A., Niehues, C., Oppelt, P., Haas, D., Tammaa, A., Salzer, H. Tags: Gynaecology Source Type: research

Corrigenda
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Tags: Corrigenda Source Type: research

Women's health—what's new worldwide
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Shona Kirtley, Patrick Chien Tags: International guidelines, patents and trials Source Type: research

What's new in the other journals?
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Athol Kent Tags: Snippets Source Type: research

Authors' response to: Elective birth at 37 weeks of gestation versus standard care for women with an uncomplicated twin pregnancy at term: the Twins Timing of Birth Randomised Trial
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: J Dodd, C Crowther, R Haslam, J Robinson Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

Elective birth at 37 weeks of gestation versus standard care for women with an uncomplicated twin pregnancy at term: the Twins Timing of Birth Randomised Trial
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: T Dias, B Thilaganathan Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

Authors' response to: Different perspectives on the methodology of studying the potential effects of different alcohol drinking patterns in early pregnancy on the neuropsychological development of young children
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: U Schiøler Kesmodel, E Lykke Mortensen, Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

Another perspective on ‘The effect of different alcohol drinking patterns in early to mid pregnancy on the child’s intelligence, attention, and executive function’
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: S Astley, T Grant Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

Low and moderate alcohol consumption during pregnancy: effects on social behaviour and propensity to develop substance abuse in later life
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: MO Parker, CH Brennan Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

The effect of different alcohol drinking patterns in early to mid‐pregnancy
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: O Garcia‐Algar, D Black, C Guerri, S Pichini Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

Danish studies suggesting low and moderate prenatal alcohol exposure has no adverse effects on children aged 5 years did not use appropriate or effective measures of executive functioning
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: G Powell Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

Authors' response to: Predicting live birth outcomes after in vitro fertilisation
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: NM van den Boogaard, K Oude Rengerink, LL van Loendersloot, PG Hompes, F van der Veen, BW Mol, P Bossuyt Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

Predicting live birth outcomes after in vitro fertilisation
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: SM Nelson, DA Lawlor Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

International comparisons of preterm birth: higher rates of late preterm birth are associated with lower rates of stillbirth and neonatal death
Conclusions Countries with high rates of preterm birth at 32–36 weeks of gestation have lower stillbirth and neonatal death rates at and beyond 32 weeks of gestation. Contemporary rates of preterm birth are indicators of both perinatal health and obstetric care services.
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: S Lisonkova, Y Sabr, B Butler, KS Joseph Tags: General obstetrics Source Type: research

Acute bacterial meningitis during and after pregnancy
Please cite this paper as: Lucas S. Acute bacterial meningitis during and after pregnancy. BJOG 2012;119:1555–1557.
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: S Lucas Tags: Commentary Source Type: research

Editor's Choice
Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Michael Marsh Tags: Editor's Choice Source Type: research

Comparing the odds of postpartum haemorrhage in planned home birth against planned hospital birth: results of an observational study of over 500,000 maternities in the UK
Conclusions: Women and their partners should be advised that the risk of PPH is higher among births planned to take place in hospital compared to births planned to take place at home, but that further research is needed to understand (a) whether the same pattern applies to the more life-threatening categories of PPH, and (b) why hospital birth is associated with increased odds of PPH. If it is due to the way in which labour is managed in hospital, changes should be made to practices which compromise the safety of labouring women.
Source: BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth - Latest articles - November 19, 2012 Category: OBGYN Authors: Andrea NoveAnn BerringtonZoë Matthews Source Type: research