Clinical implications of the Kate Cox Texas abortion case
December 21st 2023Bhavik Kumar, MD, MPH, family medicine doctor in Houston, Texas, discusses how clinicians in Texas and other states where abortion is restricted can help their patients find their necessary care in light of the Kate Cox abortion case in Texas.
Optimizing antenatal corticosteroid timing for preterm birth
December 20th 2023A recent study reported the link between antenatal corticosteroid timing and the 5 and a half-year survival and neurological outcomes in preterm children, highlighting the importance of evaluating and optimizing the interval between administration and birth for improved long-term results.
Maternal psychiatric disorders does not increase type 1 diabetes risk in offspring
December 19th 2023Discover insights from a recent study investigating the potential link between maternal mood disorders and schizophrenia with the risk of type 1 diabetes in children, shedding light on factors impacting early childhood health.
Intrapartum antibiotic prophylaxis for Group B Streptococcus reduces risks
December 19th 2023Intrapartum antibiotic prophylaxis for Group B Streptococcus (GBS) during labor induction not only reduces clinical chorioamnionitis but also decreases peripartum infectious morbidity, suggesting potential broader applications for tailored prophylaxis beyond GBS-positive cases.
Hysterectomy without adnexal surgical procedure raises osteoporosis risk
December 19th 2023A recent study reveals that hysterectomy without an adnexal surgical procedure increases the risk of osteoporosis among women aged 40 to 59 years, emphasizing the need for informed patient consultation regarding this potential association.
Maternal migration and infant mortality in extremely preterm births
December 18th 2023New study suggests maternal migration background impacts survival rates for infants born extremely preterm, underscoring the need to address disparities in birth outcomes and investigate potential connections between immigration status and perinatal health.
Elevated bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy rates in women with disabilities
December 14th 2023A recent study reveals heightened rates of concomitant bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy during benign hysterectomy in women with disabilities, shedding light on potential disparities and urging improved physician counseling and shared decision-making strategies.
Disparities in kidney care access for pregnant patients
December 11th 2023A recent study highlights significant disparities in kidney transplant and nephrology care access for pregnant patients with end-stage kidney disease, revealing reduced survival rates and limited access to crucial care compared to non-pregnancy-related causes.