Prediction of preterm labor by a rapid bedside test detecting phosphorylated insulin-like growth factor-binding protein 1 in cervical secretions
Conclusion A rapid bedside test measuring phIGFBP-1 identified women at high risk of preterm delivery. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - May 11, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

A snapshot of current gestational diabetes management practices from 26 low-income and lower middle-income countries
Conclusion Attempts to ensure greater adherence to latest consensus guidelines are required, and should be accompanied by systemic changes to improve the detection and management of GDM at primary- and secondary-level healthcare facilities to facilitate patient access to GDM screening and treatment. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - May 10, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Learning curves for laparoscopic hysterectomy after implementation of minimally invasive surgery
Conclusion Both TLH and LSH were readily adopted among a group of surgeons inexperienced in laparoscopy, although LSH might be easier to learn. Experienced surgeons have a steeper learning curve than do their inexperienced counterparts. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - May 7, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Factors predictive of mortality in a cohort of women surgically treated for breast cancer from 1997 to 2014
Conclusion Factors predictive of breast cancer mortality were clinical stage, locoregional relapse, molecular classification, lymphovascular invasion, and neoadjuvant chemotherapy. As a single factor, nodal disease becomes relevant only when three or more lymph nodes are involved. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - May 7, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Interleukin-6, intracellular adhesion molecule-1, and glycodelin A levels in serum and peritoneal fluid as biomarkers for endometriosis
Conclusion IL-6 and glycodelin A, but not ICAM-1, are potential biomarkers for endometriosis and are positively correlated with the disease stage. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - May 7, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Parallel transverse uterine incisions to control postpartum hemorrhage and preserve fertility during cesarean delivery for placenta previa and accreta
Publication date: Available online 7 May 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Yong You, Jing Fu, Hongqin Chen, Li Luo, Xinghui Liu, Bing Peng (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - May 6, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Quality of care from the perspective of women with gestational diabetes in China
Conclusion The participants reported a lack of high-quality GDM care, describing the core problem as an imbalance between over-stretched hospitals and low-efficiency under-utilized primary healthcare centers. Clinical-practice reforms identified, particularly in primary healthcare settings, included improving services through increasing the number of health professionals and material resources to comply with diabetes guidelines, and incorporating a humanistic approach in the provision of care. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - May 4, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Community survey on awareness and use of obstetric ultrasonography in rural Sarlahi District, Nepal
Conclusion Utilization of obstetric ultrasonography in rural Nepal was very limited. The health community should actively work toward researching the potential health impact of obstetric ultrasonography in low-resource settings, while addressing limitations such as cost and misuse. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - May 4, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Thyroperoxidase antibodies and polycystic ovarian morphology
Conclusion Thyroperoxidase antibody levels were higher in Iranian women with PCOM than in women with normal morphology, although the difference was not significant. Larger longitudinal studies are needed to investigate whether the treatment of thyroid disorders can prevent the development of PCOM. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - May 4, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Maternal 25-hydroxyvitamin D level and the occurrence of neural tube defects in Tunisia
Conclusion The findings confirm an association between a decreased vitamin D level in pregnant women and the risk of fetal NTDs. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - May 4, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Multidisciplinary training in perineal care during labor and delivery for the reduction of anal sphincter injuries
Conclusions The integration of intrapartum perineal-care training into mandatory annual staff training was associated with a statistically and clinically significant reduction in the rate of obstetric anal sphincter injuries. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - May 4, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Increasing maternal deaths due to obstetric hemorrhage in a setting of high HIV seroprevalence
Publication date: Available online 29 April 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Hannah M. Sebitloane (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - April 29, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

A study of fresh stillbirths weighing 2500g or more at three academic hospitals in South Africa
Conclusion There appears to be a failure to detect or respond to evidence of fetal distress even in facilities with skilled staff and available resources. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - April 29, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Profile of pregnant women using delivery hut services of the Ballabgarh Health and Demographic Surveillance System in rural north India
Conclusion Belonging to a disadvantaged social group (in terms of caste or education) was not an obstacle to use of delivery hut services. The delivery huts might have satisfied some unmet needs of community members in rural India. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - April 29, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Maternal suicide risk among refugees and migrants
Publication date: Available online 28 April 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Gracia Fellmeth, Moo Kho Paw, Jacher Wiladphaingern, Prakaykaew Charunwatthana, François H. Nosten, Rose McGready (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - April 28, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research