Gynecology & Obstetrics (all articles)

[Abstract Only] Meta-Analysis: Reappraisal of the Treatment Duration of Antibiotic Regimens for Acute Uncomplicated Cystitis in Adult Women

1 Jun, 2020 | 03:31h | UTC

Reappraisal of the treatment duration of antibiotic regimens for acute uncomplicated cystitis in adult women: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of 61 randomised clinical trials – The Lancet Infectious Diseases (link to abstract – $ for full-text)

Related Commentary on Twitter

New research Article: Reappraisal of the treatment duration of antibiotic regimens for acute uncomplicated cystitis in adult women: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of 61 randomised clinical trials #UTI https://t.co/klr2k9JFI1 pic.twitter.com/K1nPd5QCxc

— The Lancet Infectious Diseases (@TheLancetInfDis) May 21, 2020

Study Shows Abnormalities in Placentas from COVID-19-positive Pregnant Women

26 May, 2020 | 10:00h | UTC

Placental Pathology in COVID-19 – American Journal of Clinical Pathology

Commentaries: Placentas from COVID-19-positive pregnant women show injury – Northwestern University AND Expert reaction to study looking at placentas from COVID19-positive pregnant women – Science Media Centre AND Covid-19 appears to attack placenta during pregnancy, study says – CNN AND Placenta Injury Observed in Pregnant Women Who Test Positive For Coronavirus – Forbes

SARS-CoV-2 in Pregnancy: A Comprehensive Summary of Current Guidelines

26 May, 2020 | 10:02h | UTC

SARS-CoV-2 in Pregnancy: A Comprehensive Summary of Current Guidelines – Journal of Clinical Medicine

Cohort Study: Fluconazole Use in the First Trimester of Pregnancy Linked to Increased Risk of Musculoskeletal Malformations

25 May, 2020 | 01:31h | UTC

Oral fluconazole use in the first trimester and risk of congenital malformations: population based cohort study – The BMJ

Commentary: Musculoskeletal Malformations Up With Fluconazole in Pregnancy – Physician’s Weekly

Cochrane Library Review of Guidelines for Key Questions Relating to the Care of Pregnant Women and Their Babies

15 May, 2020 | 03:46h | UTC

COVID-19 review of national clinical practice guidelines for key questions relating to the care of pregnant women and their babies – Cochrane Pregnancy and Childbirth

[Abstract Only] Randomized Trial of Lactin-V to Prevent Recurrence of Bacterial Vaginosis

15 May, 2020 | 03:22h | UTC

Randomized Trial of Lactin-V to Prevent Recurrence of Bacterial Vaginosis – New England Journal of Medicine

Indirect Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Maternal and Child Mortality in Low-income and Middle-income Countries

14 May, 2020 | 10:02h | UTC

Early estimates of the indirect effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on maternal and child mortality in low-income and middle-income countries: a modelling study – The Lancet Global Health

Commentaries: As COVID-19 devastates already fragile health systems, over 6,000 additional children under five could die a day, without urgent action – UNICEF AND Unicef: 6,000 children could die every day due to impact of coronavirus – The Guardian

Related Commentary on Twitter

NEW Modelling: Estimates of indirect effects of #COVID19 pandemic on child and maternal health in low & middle income countries show increase in child & maternal deaths will be devastating if healthcare is disrupted & access to food decreases https://t.co/Lt0yuYgAxv @JohnsHopkins pic.twitter.com/AjnaL6onzO

— The Lancet Global Health (@LancetGH) May 13, 2020

Randomized Trial: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery at Cesarean Delivery to Reduce Postoperative Length of Stay

14 May, 2020 | 02:29h | UTC

Enhanced recovery after surgery at cesarean delivery to reduce postoperative length of stay: a randomized controlled trial – American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology

Meta-Analysis: Progression to Type 2 Diabetes in Women with Previous Gestational Diabetes

14 May, 2020 | 02:11h | UTC

Progression to type 2 diabetes in women with a known history of gestational diabetes: systematic review and meta-analysis – The BMJ

Commentary: Gestational diabetes—missed opportunities in post-partum follow-up – The BMJ Opinion

[Abstract Only] Study: Folic Acid Supplement Linked to Increased Risk of Gestational Hypertension

12 May, 2020 | 03:13h | UTC

Folic Acid Supplement Use and Increased Risk of Gestational Hypertension – Hypertension

News Release: Prenatal supplement may increase blood pressure at high doses – American Heart Association

Systematic Review: Pelvic Floor Muscle Training for Preventing and Treating Urinary and Fecal Incontinence in Antenatal and Postnatal Women

11 May, 2020 | 00:02h | UTC

Pelvic floor muscle training for preventing and treating urinary and faecal incontinence in antenatal and postnatal women – Cochrane Library

Summary: How effective is pelvic floor muscle training undertaken during pregnancy or after birth for preventing or treating incontinence? – Cochrane Library

RCOG Guideline: Assisted Vaginal Birth

6 May, 2020 | 03:39h | UTC

Assisted Vaginal Birth: Green‐top Guideline No. 26 – BJOG

[Abstract Only] Randomized Trial: 12‐hour Fasting vs. Expedited Oral Intake in Women Hospitalized for Hyperemesis Gravidarum

6 May, 2020 | 03:34h | UTC

Twelve‐hour fasting compared with expedited oral intake in the initial inpatient management of hyperemesis gravidarum: a randomised trial – BJOG

AHA Scientific Statement: Cardiovascular Considerations in Caring for Pregnant Patients

5 May, 2020 | 04:06h | UTC

Cardiovascular Considerations in Caring for Pregnant Patients: A Scientific Statement from the American Heart Association – Circulation

News Release: Pregnant women with CVD need specialized care before, during and postpartum – American Heart Association

Recommendations for the Management of Lower Urinary Tract Infections in Pregnant and Non-pregnant Women

5 May, 2020 | 03:57h | UTC

Joint report of SBI (Brazilian Society of Infectious Diseases), FEBRASGO (Brazilian Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics Associations), SBU (Brazilian Society of Urology) and SBPC/ML (Brazilian Society of Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine): recommendations for the clinical management of lower urinary tract infections in pregnant and non-pregnant women – The Brazilian Journal of Infectious Diseases

Study: In Utero Antidepressants and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in Kindergarteners

5 May, 2020 | 03:47h | UTC

In Utero Antidepressants and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in Kindergarteners – Pediatrics

Commentaries: Providing the Evidence for Managing Depression in Pregnancy – Pediatrics AND Adverse neurodevelopmental outcomes linked to prenatal exposure to antidepressants – 2 Minute Medicine

Consensus Document: Restarting Planned Surgery in the Context of the COVID-19 Pandemic

3 May, 2020 | 22:43h | UTC

Restarting planned surgery in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic: A strategy document from the Royal College of Anaesthetists, Association of Anaesthetists, Intensive Care Society and Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine

Related: New Scoring System to Prioritize Medically Necessary Operations (report and commentary)

Opinion: Pregnant Women Should be Given the Opportunity to be Included in Clinical Trials for COVID-19

3 May, 2020 | 21:51h | UTC

Protection by Exclusion: Another Missed Opportunity to Include Pregnant Women in Research During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic – Obstetrics & Gynecology

“We recommend and urge the scientific community and professional societies that, without clear justification for exclusion, pregnant women should be given the opportunity to be included in clinical trials for COVID-19 based on the concepts of justice, equity, autonomy, and informed consent.”