Evaluation and patient experience of wireless noninvasive fetal heart rate monitoring devices
ConclusionsBoth Nemo and Avalon-Beltless are suitable devices for (prolonged) noninvasive fetal heart rate monitoring, taking their intended use into account. But outside its intended use limit of 36  weeks’ gestation, the Avalon-Beltless performs less well, comparable to the Dipha-16 and Infinity-M300, making them currently unsuitable for (prolonged) noninvasive fetal heart rate monitoring. Noninvasive electrocardiography devices appear to be preferred due to greater comfort and mobility. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - January 17, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Chantal Eenkhoorn, Tom G. Goos, Jenny Dankelman, Arie Franx, Alex J. Eggink Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Measurement properties of sexual function assessment questionnaires in women with endometriosis: A systematic review following COSMIN guidelines
ConclusionsIn this systematic literature review of sexual function assessment questionnaires in endometriosis, the FSFI and the SAQ questionnaires emerged as having the best measurement properties according to the COSMIN criteria. The FSFI questionnaire appears to be suited for evaluating medical treatment, and the SAQ for surgical treatment. The SIDI is the only specific questionnaire, but its responsiveness remains to be defined. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - January 16, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Anne Oppenheimer, Florence Boitrelle, Alba Nicolas ‐Boluda, Arnaud Fauconnier Tags: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW Source Type: research

Middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity monitoring of fetal anemia during chemotherapy in pregnancy
ConclusionsIn four cases of anemia the combination of cisplatin and iphosphamide was used as a chemotherapy agent. No anemia was observed in other drug combinations. Our findings suggest that MCA-PSV is a reliable method for identifying anemia and should be included in the treatment protocol for chemotherapy-induced fetal anemia. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - January 16, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Anna Babkova, Lukas Rob, Martina Kubecova, Martin Hruda, Michael J. Halaska Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Higher pre ‐pregnancy body mass index was associated with adverse pregnancy and perinatal outcomes in women with polycystic ovary syndrome after a freeze‐all strategy: A historical cohort study
ConclusionsThis study showed that a higher BMI had a detrimental impact on the pregnancy and perinatal outcomes of PCOS patients undergoing a freeze-all strategy. However, it was only statistically significant in the overweight group. A diagnosis of PCOS had a higher clinical pregnancy rate and live birth rate in normal weight women but higher risks of perinatal complications in normal weight and overweight women. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - January 13, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Xinyao Hu, Enqi Yan, Wenju Peng, Yueping Zhou, Lei Jin, Kun Qian Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Unplanned cesarean sections in advanced maternal age: A  predictive model
ConclusionsWomen of advanced maternal age and those of very advanced maternal age have a higher chance of having an unplanned cesarean section compared to the general obstetric population in the Netherlands. Unplanned cesarean sections can be predicted through use of our predictive model. Risk increases with higher BMI, no previous vaginal delivery, and increasing number of days needed for cervical priming, whereas spontaneous start of labor lowers the risk. In nulliparous women, age and gestational age also increase risk, but induction lowers the risk of having an unplanned cesarean section. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et G...
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - January 13, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Joyce Veenstra, Zo ë Cohen, Fleurisca J. Korteweg, David P. van der Ham, Simone M. Kuppens, Janna A. Kroese, Brenda B. Hermsen, Marije M. Kamphuis, Joost W. Vanhommerig, Maria G. van Pampus Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Cancer during pregnancy: Twenty ‐two years of experience from a tertiary referral center
ConclusionsIf the malignancy is not progressing, pregnancy should be continued as long as possible for the child to obtain adequate birthweight. Both surgery and chemotherapy were safe therapeutic choices, as most pregnancies continued successfully after therapy. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - January 13, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Branislav Milosevic, Ivana Likic  Ladjevic, Jelena Dotlic, Aleksandra Beleslin, Olga Mihaljevic, Igor Pilic, Vesna Kesic, Miroslava Gojnic, Aleksandar Stefanovic, Katarina Stefanovic Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Neonatal and maternal outcomes at early vs. full term following induction of labor; A secondary analysis of the OBLIGE randomized trial
ConclusionsIOL for a non-urgent indication at early term was associated with adverse neonatal and maternal outcomes and no benefits compared with IOL at full term. These findings support international guidelines to avoid IOL before 39  GW unless there is an evidence-based indication for earlier planned birth and will help inform women and clinicians in their decision-making about timing of IOL. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - January 12, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Sara Carlh äll, Jane Alsweiler, Malcolm Battin, Jessica Wilson, Lynn Sadler, John M. D. Thompson, Michelle R. Wise Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research