December 23, 2020
Researchers suggest that administering antibiotics after the incision may even benefit the child’s immune development later in life.
December 21, 2020
Allegations in this case include negligence in performing a McRoberts maneuver and unnecessary vacuum-assisted extraction.
December 09, 2020
All healthcare providers attending vaginal deliveries must be prepared to handle this unpredictable obstetric emergency. Knowledge of the maneuvers employed for alleviation of shoulder dystocia is relevant not only for obstetric residents and attending house staff, but also for family practitioners, nurses, and nurse midwives. The reported incidence varies in the literature, ranging from 0.2% to 3.0%.
November 25, 2020
The results of this retrospective study reflect experience with both vaginal and cesarean deliveries early in the pandemic, in comparison with similar periods in 2018 and 2019.
November 23, 2020
Pregnant women with autoimmune-related interstitial lung disease (ILD) can have safe pregnancy outcomes if closely monitored by a multidisciplinary team of physicians.
November 16, 2020
This case presents a unique dynamic involving certified nurse midwives; following protocols enhanced defensibility.
November 03, 2020
November is Prematurity Awareness Month. Here are a few quick facts.
November 02, 2020
On Friday, Oct. 30, Elizabeth A. Howell, MD, MPP, led a presentation on the intertwined racial and ethnic disparities in maternal and infant health that exist for women and babies of color.
October 29, 2020
Principal investigator Johanna Quist-Nelson, MD, was inspired to complete the study during her training after observing how difficult it was for patients who experienced wound infections after cesarean.
October 27, 2020
Is 39 the new 41 when it comes to weeks of gestation for induction of labor?