Gynecology & Obstetrics (all articles)
Group Recommends Screening for Anxiety in Adolescent and Adult Women
10 Jun, 2020 | 04:44h | UTCCommentaries: New recommendations for early detection, treatment of unrecognized anxiety disorders in women, adolescent girls – OHSU AND WPSI Advises Screening for Anxiety in Women, Teen Girls – Physician’s Briefing AND Group Recommends Screening Females Aged 13 and Over for Anxiety – NEJM Journal Watch
Characteristics and Outcomes of Pregnant Women Admitted to Hospital with Covid-19
9 Jun, 2020 | 04:59h | UTC
Caring for Women Who Are Planning a Pregnancy, Pregnant, or Postpartum During the COVID-19 Pandemic
8 Jun, 2020 | 04:36h | UTC
A Systematic Scoping Review of COVID‐19 During Pregnancy and Childbirth
3 Jun, 2020 | 03:45h | UTC
Cohort Study: Fexofenadine use During Pregnancy Does Not Appear to Be Associated with Increased Risk of Adverse Fetal Outcomes
3 Jun, 2020 | 03:31h | UTCAssociation Between Fexofenadine Use During Pregnancy and Fetal Outcomes – JAMA Pediatrics (free for a limited period)
Breast Cancer Risk Assessment: A Step-Wise Approach for Primary Care Providers on the Front Lines of Shared Decision Making
2 Jun, 2020 | 04:48h | UTC
[Abstract Only] Meta-Analysis: Reappraisal of the Treatment Duration of Antibiotic Regimens for Acute Uncomplicated Cystitis in Adult Women
1 Jun, 2020 | 03:31h | UTCReappraisal 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 | UTCPlacental 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
Cohort Study: Fluconazole Use in the First Trimester of Pregnancy Linked to Increased Risk of Musculoskeletal Malformations
25 May, 2020 | 01:31h | UTCCommentary: 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
[Abstract Only] Randomized Trial of Lactin-V to Prevent Recurrence of Bacterial Vaginosis
15 May, 2020 | 03:22h | UTC
Indirect Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Maternal and Child Mortality in Low-income and Middle-income Countries
14 May, 2020 | 10:02h | UTCCommentaries: 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 | UTCRelated Study (just published): A Randomized Controlled Trial of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Versus Standard of Care Recovery for Emergency Cesarean Deliveries at Mbarara Hospital, Uganda – Anesthesia & Analgesia
See also: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Guidelines for Perioperative Care in Cesarean Delivery (guidelines on the subject)
Meta-Analysis: Progression to Type 2 Diabetes in Women with Previous Gestational Diabetes
14 May, 2020 | 02:11h | UTCCommentary: 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 | UTCFolic 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
RCOG Guideline: Assisted Vaginal Birth
6 May, 2020 | 03:39h | UTCAssisted 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
AHA Scientific Statement: Cardiovascular Considerations in Caring for Pregnant Patients
5 May, 2020 | 04:06h | UTCNews 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
Study: In Utero Antidepressants and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in Kindergarteners
5 May, 2020 | 03:47h | UTCIn 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 | UTCRelated: 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“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.”
New CDC Guidance: Care for Breastfeeding Women with Covid-19
1 May, 2020 | 03:53h | UTCCare for Breastfeeding Women – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention


