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Congenital diaphragmatic herniaWhile uncommon, CDH can cause serious complications and even death. Find out how ultrasound can change the outcome.
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Surgical wounds: Strategies for minimizing complicationsA look at how to minimize complications arising from surgical wounds.
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A tiered approach to hyperemesis in pregnancyHyperemesis causes a variety of problems to mothers during pregnancy and a tiered approach can prove beneficial.
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Reproductive issues in sickle cell diseaseThree cases illustrate the unique challenges ob/gyns face while caring for SCD patients at various life stages.
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Impact of bleeding disorders on reproductionBleeding disorders can create problems with reproductions.
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A fond farewellAfter 20 years as editor-in-chief, Dr. Lockwood announces that he has stepped down and reflects on his time with the magazine.
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Is it still reasonable to offer MIS hysterectomy? No.Two ob/gyns provide arguments for and against offering the procedure. This article, from Dr. Fader, covers the con side of the argument.
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MFM Consult: Using oral hypoglycemics in pregnancy to manage type 2 and gestational diabetesA 28-year-old woman in her second pregnancy has a history of adult-onset diabetes mellitus.
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Preventing venous thromboembolism in patients requiring cesarean deliveryIntermittent compression devices seem appropriate for pregnant patients having a C section
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How to have difficult discussionsWhat are the key factors of communication with a patient who is fearing symptom progression or near death?
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Pelvic organ prolapse: Understanding anatomy does make a differenceVaginal wall prolapse repair requires an in-depth understanding of the three most common pathological mechanisms.
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Pelvic organ prolapse: Understanding anatomy does make a differenceVaginal wall prolapse repair requires an in-depth understanding of the three most common pathological mechanisms.
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Q&A: Controversy: Gender selection via preimplantation genetic diagnosis: ethical pros and cons of the controversyIf choosing gender is okay before fertilization, why shouldn't it be with PGD after fertilization, is the thrust of the "pro" argument. The other side calls PGD gender discrimination.
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Ob/gyn implications of metabolic syndromeBeyond overt risks like obesity and diabetes, your patients with features of metabolic syndrome are at risk for more subtle problems--like infertility, pregnancy loss, and polycystic ovarian syndrome.
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Hormonal contraceptives: Do patients understand the real benefits and risks?Misconceptions about oral contraceptives, the vaginal ring, and the transdermal patch can deprive patients of their full benefits.
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Large group medical practices: Understanding the human dynamicsThe larger the practice, the greater the potential for personality clashes. People-savvy leaders offer advice on how to avoid conflicts.
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Treating UTIs in the age of antibiotic resistance: Strategies for the practicing OB/GYNOb/gyns have witnessed how development of antibiotic resistance has affected disease management in our specialty. Increased resistance of Neisseria. Gonorrhea (N. gonorrhea) to penicillins and quinolones, emergence of methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and resistance of Group B Streptococcus to erythromycin and clindamycin have led us to modify our antibiotic treatment regimens.
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6 tips to help save lives in cases of AFE/ASPOb/gyns must be ready to move quickly when a patient exhibits the sudden and unexpected signs of anaphylactoid syndrome (ASP).
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Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult Series #51: Thromboembolism prophylaxis for cesarean deliveryThe risk of venous thromboembolism is particularly high during the postpartum period and especially following cesarean delivery.
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Medical errors: Disclosure and apologyOne of the most difficult things a doctor faces is the apology for mistakes. See why it's so important to get the apology right.
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Medical errors: Disclosure and apologyOne of the most difficult things a doctor faces is the apology for mistakes. See why it's so important to get the apology right.
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Thromboprophylaxis in pregnancyVenous thromboembolism (VTE), which includes deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, is one of the most common, serious complications associated with pregnancy.
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Only about half of all breast cancer survivors seek gynecological careFertility myths and declining sexual satisfaction may contribute to shortfalls in contraceptive use after cancer treatment, a new study concludes.
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CME: Asthma in pregnancy: drugs to keep it under controlAsthma during pregnancy can be life-threatening. So counsel patients not to stop taking asthma drugs; most are not harmful to a fetus.
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Beginner’s guide to single-gene testing in gynecologic careGynecologists are faced with a number of hereditary cancer tests. Understanding benefits and limits is key to counseling patients.
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Trichomoniasis updateThe CDC recently updated guidelines for treatment, but this common STI is considered "neglected" by some experts.
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Depression in pregnancy: When doing nothing is not an optionHow do you and your depressed patients walk that fine line between the risks of taking-or not taking-antidepressants during pregnancy? Which drugs or alternate therapies seem safest? An expert cautions that maternal and fetal risks of untreated mental illness-ranging from spontaneous abortion to suicide-may outweigh the risks of antidepressants.
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Depression in pregnancy: When doing nothing is not an optionHow do you and your depressed patients walk that fine line between the risks of taking-or not taking-antidepressants during pregnancy? Which drugs or alternate therapies seem safest? An expert cautions that maternal and fetal risks of untreated mental illness-ranging from spontaneous abortion to suicide-may outweigh the risks of antidepressants.
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Simulation-based team training in obstetric emergenciesSimulation training can prepare an obstetrical team for emergencies and provide a way to effectively review performance.
