SPOTLIGHT -
August 30th 2025
A study shows the need for structured postnatal care in pregnancies affected by red cell alloimmunization.
August 29th 2025
Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the past week and catch up on anything you may have missed.
A study found no increased risk of vaso-occlusive crises or severe complications from prostaglandin use in pregnancy.
August 28th 2025
A study found that women with a family history of diabetes and prior gestational diabetes have the highest polygenic risk scores.
New research shows that intravenous iron infusions can be safely administered in outpatient obstetric clinics.
PGT-A may shorten time to pregnancy in women aged over 35 years
A new suggests preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy can increase live birth rates in women aged 35 to 42 years.
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CT scan pattern predicts risk of severe postpartum hemorrhage
Researchers have identified a distinctive CT imaging marker that increases the ability to predict severe postpartum bleeding.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: Stroke risk, HPV screening, and more
Interventions needed to address trauma in obstetric care
A new study highlights the need for trauma-informed care in obstetrics to improve outcomes and reduce racial disparities.
Study finds technosphere insulin safe for managing diabetes in pregnancy
A new case series highlights technosphere insulin as an effective alternative to rapid-acting insulin analogs for controlling postprandial blood glucose during pregnancy.
Study links hypertensive disorders in pregnancy to sex-specific differences in fetal and placental growth
Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy affect fetal growth differently by sex, with males prioritizing growth and females adapting via placental development.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: gonorrhea treatment, AI screening, and more
AI-based ultrasound model shows high accuracy in predicting delivery timing
AI model predicts delivery timing from ultrasound images with high accuracy, offering a potential tool for preterm birth risk assessment.
Group prenatal care boosts attendance and health outcomes
A new study reveals that group prenatal care leads to higher care attendance and better mental health during pregnancy compared with traditional one-on-one visits.
Long-term health risks linked to preterm birth
A new study reveals that adults born preterm face higher risks of mental health issues, high blood pressure, and metabolic problems.
Higher maternal vitamin D levels in early pregnancy linked to improved child cognition
Higher maternal vitamin D in early pregnancy linked to better fluid and overall cognition in children, especially among those of Black mothers.
Resource-poor neighborhood residence linked to GDM risk
Women in deprived neighborhoods face a 20% higher risk of gestational diabetes, underscoring the need for targeted public health interventions.
Racial disparities in birth outcomes persist among physicians
A new study reveals significant racial and ethnic differences in maternal and neonatal outcomes among physicians.
Sex and pregnancy linked to reduced HCV treatment odds in OUD patients
A new study finds women are significantly less likely to receive curative hepatitis C treatment than men while undergoing opioid use disorder care.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: HPV self-collection, ACOG GBS guidelines, and more
Higher BMI linked to reduced physical activity in pregnancy
A new study found that pregnant individuals with overweight or obesity are significantly less likely to meet recommended physical activity guidelines.
100-g OGTT found to predict future diabetes risk in pregnant women
A new study highlights the strong prognostic value of the 100-g oral glucose tolerance test in identifying pregnant women at high risk for developing diabetes mellitus.
Heavy drinking linked to higher unwanted pregnancy risk
Women who drink heavily are 50% more likely to become pregnant, even when actively trying to avoid it, according to a new study.
Rising use of antiseizure medications in pregnancy reported
Study reveals rising use of antiseizure medications during pregnancy, highlighting risks and trends in maternal health and medication safety.
Survey reveals persistent knowledge gaps about pregnancy health, vaccination safety
A recent survey reveals significant gaps in public knowledge about pregnancy health, including misconceptions on weight gain, supplements, and vaccine safety.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: Cervical screening, US fertility, and more
Study finds preconception hypoglycemia tied to adverse pregnancy outcomes
Preconception hypoglycemia is linked to increased risks of preterm birth, low birth weight, and birth defects, a new study from China finds.
IR nifedipine as effective as IV labetalol for severe hypertension in pregnancy
A new review finds immediate release nifedipine offers comparable safety and efficacy to IV labetalol and hydralazine in managing severe hypertension during pregnancy.
History-based screening accurately identifies eligibility for medication abortion
A new study finds that patient-reported screening methods are highly effective for determining medication abortion eligibility.
ACOG updates clinical guidance on delayed umbilical cord clamping in preterm neonates
A new ACOG clinical guidance offers updated recommendations on umbilical cord management for preterm births based on recent evidence and analysis.
WHO issues new global guidelines for managing sickle cell disease in pregnancy
The World Health Organization’s evidence-based recommendations aim to improve care and outcomes for pregnant women with sickle cell disease.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: HSDD treatment, PAS guidelines, and more
Early intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy linked to adverse outcomes
A new study finds that intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy diagnosis before 32-weeks’ gestation increases the risk of adverse outcomes.
State abortion laws linked to higher maternal morbidity in high-risk pregnancies
A new study finds that restrictive abortion legislation significantly increases maternal health risks in pregnancies with life-limiting fetal diagnoses.
Study evaluates clinical utility of USPSTF preeclampsia guidelines in aspirin prophylaxis
Study finds USPSTF guidelines label 89% of pregnancies as at risk for preeclampsia, but moderate risk factors offer limited value in guiding aspirin use.