Impact of Climate Change, Environmental Toxins and Pollution on the AOFOG region: What can OBGYNs do?
AbstractClimate change is occurring rapidly, and this crisis should now be recognized as a “global emergency”. It is one of the major global health threats brought about by global warming, resulting from human activity due in large part to increasing levels of greenhouse gases. The ongoing climate crisis poses significant risks to women, pregnant mothers, unborn fetuses and offspring, who were exposed in-utero to climate stressors, especially those in marginalized communities where effects are magnified. A focus on education, research, and advocacy in responding to changing health consequences and global awareness are ...
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 15, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Role of Ultrasound Simulator in Training of Resident Doctors to Diagnose Obstetrics Pathologies
ConclusionThis study highlights the effectiveness of a simulation-based training curriculum in improving the ability of residents in scanning, especially with regard to a systematic approach and documentation of ultrasound scans. The use of virtual reality ultrasound simulator training can be an effective way to bridge the learning gap in ultrasound scanning. (Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 15, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Pruritus in Pregnancy
AbstractPruritus is a commonly described symptom during pregnancy. Despite its high prevalence, it is often considered trivial but causes significant patient discomfort. It is important to assess and investigate the patient thoroughly as some conditions have a detrimental outcome for both mother and fetus. There is extensive literature on pruritus due to pregnancy-specific dermatoses, however, the evaluation of pruritus merits a broader approach. Various other conditions such as certain infections, systemic diseases, and pre-existing dermatological conditions should also be considered. Awareness of these conditions in obst...
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 15, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

To Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Mifepristone in Reducing the Size & amp; Symptoms of Uterine Leiomyoma/Fibroids
ConclusionThis prospective study highlights mifepristone ’s promise as a non-surgical approach to effectively reduce uterine fibroid volume, improve hemoglobin levels, and mitigate uterine blood loss in patients. (Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 14, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Pregnancy Related Acute Kidney Injury: An Exigent Cause of Chronic Kidney Disease in Developing Countries
ConclusionPRAKI can severely effect the short- and long-term renal outcomes and it can be considered as an exigent cause of CKD with grave prognosis. Regular antenatal care, promotion of institutional delivery and early identification of factors responsible for PRAKI can reduce feto-maternal mortality and morbidity. (Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 14, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Survival Trends Following Surgical Management in Carcinoma Vulva Patients During Covid 19 Pandemic: A Tertiary Care Hospital Study
ConclusionThis study sheds light on good prognosis of carcinoma vulva with proper treatment and follow-up. Covid times were managed with virtual meets and talking with local practitioners. Screening programs, rural awareness camps and more studies are needed in this field. (Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 14, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Importance of Prenatal Genetic Counselling: An Experience with Hereditary Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
(Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 14, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Should Liquid-Based Cytology (LBC) be Preferred than Conventional Pap Smear (CPS): A Comparative Analysis
ConclusionLBC may be considered better than conventional Pap smear due to better adequacy, clarity of background, detection of infections and increased sensitivity and specificity in detecting LSIL and HSIL. (Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 14, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

The Carbon-Neutral Operating Theatre
ConclusionGlobal warming is at the forefront of most industries today. The medical field is one such industry which needs to look into the carbon emissions on a day-to-day basis. Reducing sources of carbon emissions will make operating theatres more eco-friendly. (Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 9, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Managing Coexistent Triad of Ovarian Tumors while Conserving Ovarian Function
AbstractThe coexistence of three histologically distinct ovarian tumors is exceedingly rare, posing challenges for accurate diagnosis and management. This case report presents a young woman with concurrent endometriotic cyst and fibroma in one ovary, as well as a mature cystic teratoma in the other. Surgical priority centered on completely removing the tumors while preserving healthy ovarian tissue. While the dermoid and endometriotic cysts were excised completely through laparoscopy, a laparotomy was necessary to excise the firm, irregular mass (fibroma) and conserve the remaining ovarian tissue. Although laparoscopy is a...
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 7, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

A Non-Inferiority Study on Endometrial Preparation Prior to FET-Letrozole Versus Hormone Replacement Therapy
ConclusionLetrozole FET could be a better alternative to the conventional HRT cycles, in selected population of patients, in terms of reproductive outcomes and patient satisfaction. (Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 6, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Paroxysmal Nocturnal Haemoglobinuria in Pregnancy: A Rare Case
(Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 6, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes for Mothers with Symptomatic Hydronephrosis of Pregnancy Managed with Percutaneous Nephrostomy with Comparison High-Risk Pregnancy Group
ConclusionMaternal and fetal outcomes are acceptable with PCN placement and demonstrate non-inferiority to comparative HR pregnancy groups. PCN is a reasonable option for patients requiring intervention for SHOP. Further studies should consider randomization between treatment modalities to better identify the optimal treatment for women with SHOP. (Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 5, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Experiences of “Antara”: The Injectable Contraceptive in Rural Indian Women Presenting to a Tertiary Care Hospital of Eastern India
ConclusionsMost women who started taking DMPA (Antara) discontinued due to the fear of side effects. Therefore, the focus should be to educate women regarding the benefits and side effects of DMPA through proper counselling. (Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 1, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Maternal Near Miss and Death Among Women with Eclampsia Using WHO Near  Miss Criteria
ConclusionThe study shows that there is scope to improve antenatal care and utilization of health facilities. Early diagnosis, good perinatal supervision and appropriate treatment can ameliorate many cases. (Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India)
Source: The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India - February 1, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research