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Predictive value of self-rated health in pregnancy for childbirth complications, adverse birth outcomes, and maternal health
Conclusion SRH in pregnancy has predictive value for subsequent health outcomes, and might be an additional tool for assessment of pregnant women’s health. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 23, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Case–control study of neonatal group B streptococcal disease risk factors in a Dublin maternity hospital over a 13-year period
Publication date: Available online 23 June 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Anne Carroll, Maeve Eogan, Cathy Monteith, Adrienne Foran, Richard J. Drew (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 23, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

A community-based, mixed-methods study of the attitudes and behaviors of men regarding modern family planning in Nigeria
Conclusion In terms of fertility goals and family planning, men were the primary decision makers; consequently, obtaining their support and commitment to family planning is of crucial importance in Nigeria. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 23, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Comparison of rapid bedside tests for phosphorylated insulin-like growth factor-binding protein 1 and fetal fibronectin to predict preterm birth
Conclusion The rapid bedside test for phIGFBP-1 was more reliable in the prediction of preterm delivery than was the equivalent test for fFN. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 17, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Comparison of perinatal outcomes following fresh and frozen-thawed blastocyst transfer
Conclusions The present study demonstrated equivalent singleton pregnancy and perinatal outcomes when comparing frozen-thawed and fresh blastocyst transfer procedures. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 17, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

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Publication date: July 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, Volume 134, Issue 1 (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 17, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Predictive value of 4-, 8-, and 12-h urine protein and protein-to-creatinine ratio for detection of pre-eclampsia
Conclusion Measurement of protein and PCR in 4-h, 8-h, and 12-h urine samples might provide an alternative test for detecting proteinuria among pregnant women with suspected pre-eclampsia when there is insufficient time to collect 24-h urine samples. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 17, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

The value of ultrasonographic tubo-ovarian abscess morphology in predicting whether patients will require surgical treatment
Conclusion Although increased TOA size, fever at admission, and parity were associated with increased odds of patients with TOA requiring surgical treatment, ultrasonographic TOA morphology was not. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 16, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Long-term functional outcomes following mesh-augmented posterior vaginal prolapse repair
Conclusion The long-term adverse-outcome rate was low for patients who underwent posterior vaginal mesh augmentation. These results highlight the importance of apical support for good long-term functional outcomes. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 15, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Health education and clinical care of immigrant women with female genital mutilation/cutting who request postpartum reinfibulation
Conclusion Specific care and counseling for women with FGM/C type III can improve the acceptability of defibulation without reinfibulation. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 15, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Combined sacrospinous hysteropexy and cystopexy using a single anterior incision
Conclusions Combined sacrospinous hysteropexy and cystopexy through a single incision appears to be a safe and efficacious procedure that was relatively easy for surgeons to learn and resulted in a fast post-surgical recovery. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 15, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Use of anti-Müllerian hormone testing during ovarian reserve screening to identify women at risk of polycystic ovary syndrome
Conclusion When AMH levels are used as a screening test for fertility, elevated concentrations can identify women at risk for PCOS. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 15, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Standard reference values for the shock index during pregnancy
Conclusion Reference ranges were established for SI values, which showed small variations throughout pregnancy and slightly higher values than the general population. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 9, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Assessment of fetal growth using the ratio of the transverse cerebellar diameter to abdominal circumference
Conclusion The TCD/AC ratio was fairly accurate in recognizing abnormal fetal growth at an early gestational age. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 9, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Predictors and outcomes of low birth weight in Lusaka, Zambia
Conclusion LBW neonates are at increased risk of adverse outcomes, including stillbirth and neonatal death, independent of pregnancy duration at delivery and multiple pregnancy. These findings underscore the need for early, comprehensive, and high-quality prenatal care. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - June 9, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research