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Anti-G reactivity in red cell antibody detection and identification studies mimics the presence of both anti-D and anti-C. This can complicate decision making in pregnant patients. It is important to determine if anti-D is present for guiding Rh immune globulin prophylaxis. ...
Obstetric (OB) related hemorrhage is the most common and dangerous complication of pregnancy. It is the leading cause (94%) of maternal deaths worldwide. Approximately 20 in 100,000 women die from maternal hemorrhage yearly in North America, and the mortality rate is even higher in developing ...
The Perinatology Research Branch (PRB) is the only Clinical Branch in the Division of Intramural Research (DIR) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to focus its research on human pregnancy and unborn children. It is currently housed at the Detroit Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan through a service contract. The Branch has thrived in this environment, earning a national and international ...
Abstract Background: To describe the surgical technique and our initial experience of single-port laparoscopic neosalpingostomy (SP-LN) for treatment of hydrosalpinx. Materials and methods: This prospective observational study was carried out at University teaching hospitals. Ten women underwent SP-LN for hydrosalpinx between November 2012 and December 2015. Results: The mean (range) age and ...
Hypothesis / aims of study: To evaluate a new service experience & the rate of Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries (OASIS) with the use of Episcissors at instrumental deliveries. ...
Background Episcissors-60 ® are fixed angle surgical scissors used for episiotomy during childbirth. They are designed to take away human error in estimating episiotomy angles and achieve a mediolateral cut at 60° to the perineal midline, hence minimising the risk of obstetric anal sphincter muscle injuries (OASIS) which requires surgical correction.' Initial results after the ...
The pelvic floor physical therapy system is a therapeutic method that uses physical therapy concepts to recondition the pelvic floor muscles in a systematic, effective, and safe manner. The treatment’s purpose is to increase the strength and function of the pelvic floor muscles, as well as to relieve discomfort, weakness, and inefficiency. A qualified physical therapist accesses the muscles ...
Hancock Medical Center, located in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, has served the community's healthcare needs since 1960. The 110-bed Facility provides a wide range of specialty medical services, including cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, obstetrics, and radiology. As patient referrals to a variety of specialists continue to increase, the need for high quality, cost-effective image duplication ...
As an increasing number of OB/GYN practices are beginning to move hysteroscopy procedures into the office, questions about pain management often arise. The last thing providers want is for such procedures to be painful and/or traumatic for their patients. So, having proven pain control protocols in place is essential. In this paper, we’ll explore protocols that have been developed by ...
Gynecological clinics are one of the most intimate facilities, where specialists often deal with the most sensitive patients - babies. People with weak or underdeveloped immune systems have a higher risk of being a target of different infections. Hygiene in such facilities is crucial for both the mothers and the babies. The Gynecology Clinic Ljubljana is a top Slovenian institution that ...
Opened in December 2018. As an important livelihood project, the Southern New Town Medical Center in the central area of the Southern New Town of Nanjing. 2.9 billion RMB has been invested to build the hospital. Large-scale comprehensive hospital, which integrates medical treatment, teaching, scientific research, rehabilitation, health care and first aid, and can accommodate 1500 beds. ...
Hospitals and Surgery Suits DEHUMIDIFIER FOR HOSPITAL AND SURGERY SUITS: HEALTHCARE DEHUMIDIFIER Controlling the humidity level is a major concern for the Healthcare Industry. Increasing and decreasing humidity is not ideal especially for hospital dehumidification and clinics. Too dry, the dry air will suck moisture even the moisture of mucous membranes in the nose and throat to cause ...
DEHUMIDIFIER FOR HOSPITAL AND SURGERY SUITS: HEALTHCARE DEHUMIDIFIER Controlling the humidity level is a major concern for the Healthcare Industry. Increasing and decreasing humidity is not ideal especially for hospital and clinics. Too dry, the dry air will suck moisture even the moisture of mucous membranes in the nose and throat to cause respiratory problems. The outside air will carry ...
Controlling the humidity level is a major concern for the Healthcare Industry. Increasing and decreasing humidity is not ideal especially for hospital and clinics. Too dry, the dry air will suck moisture even the moisture of mucous membranes in the nose and throat to cause respiratory problems. The outside air will carry bacteria within and come to the healthcare facilities by the ventilation ...
Abstract Objectives: The aim of this systematic review is to evaluate the effect of Episcissors-60, which were designed to improve the accuracy of episiotomies, on the rate of Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries. Study design: This review is registered with the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO) database (CRD42018094935). A literature search of the PubMed, ...
Aim: To assess whether the introduction of episiotomy scissors specially designed to achieve a cutting angle of 60°, EPISCISSORS-60®, in two hospitals in the UK would result in a reduction in obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASIS) in nulliparous women. Methods: A structured training program for all doctors and midwives provided a theoretical framework around OASIS including risk ...
Objectives: Adequate utilization of antenatal care reduces the morbidity of mother and child. How frequent a pregnant woman attends antenatal care is dependent on many factors. The aim of this study was to assess the current influence of educational level and occupational status on maternal utilization of antenatal care under the conditions of an industrialized country and provision of universal ...