Obstetrics

Pregnant patients with opioid use disorder enrolled in Medicaid face significantly increased risks of severe maternal morbidity, underscoring the need for targeted state Medicaid interventions.

A recent study highlights potential reductions in macronutrient levels in breast milk because of maternal medications, though breastfeeding remains strongly recommended.

Point-of-care ultrasounds significantly enhance early pregnancy care by enabling real-time diagnostics, reducing emergency visits, and ensuring timely management of risks, according to a recent study.

A new study highlights a 5-fold increase in postpartum hemorrhage risk when the third stage of labor exceeds 15 minutes.

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A study found that prenatal cannabis use does not significantly alleviate depression or stress, emphasizing the need for safer mental health treatments during pregnancy.

A study highlights the rise of hybrid prenatal care during the COVID-19 public health emergency, though telehealth's potential remains underutilized across racial and geographic groups.

Researchers developed machine learning models capable of predicting metabolic syndrome 2 to 7 years postpartum, using factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and stress levels.

A new study highlights the prognostic value of thrombocytes, β2-microglobulin, and cytomegalovirus viral load in assessing congenital cytomegalovirus infection, offering insights for improved prenatal counseling.

"Our findings support the recommendation of a healthy diet based on the current guidelines (as measured by the HEI) during pregnancy, since it may reduce patterns of infant growth outside reference ranges."

New research reveals that nearly half of women experience more pain than expected during medical abortion, highlighting the need for improved pain management counseling.

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Pregnant women infected with avian influenza face a 90% maternal and 86% infant mortality rate, underscoring the urgent need for pandemic preparedness and protection strategies.

A new study highlights a significant association between spontaneous miscarriage and increased risks of anxiety and depression, especially among women with low social support.

Prenatal exposure to antiseizure medications like valproate and topiramate raises risks of ASD, ADHD, and ID in children; lamotrigine shows no increased risk.

Advances in reproductive technology are making pregnancies over the age of 50 years possible, but they come with unique challenges, requiring tailored prenatal and postpartum care.

A recent review established guidelines for prenatal diagnosis and care of vasa previa, outlining its definition, screening and diagnosis, management, and timing of delivery in asymptomatic patients.

Data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has indicated reduced abortion rates across multiple subgroups in the United States.

In a recent study, infants born very preterm or extremely preterm had reduced odds of mortality when cesarean delivery was chosen as the mode of delivery, without a notable increase in any morbidity risk.

Women experiencing severe maternal morbidity during their first pregnancy face significantly lower odds of subsequent births, emphasizing the need for personalized reproductive counseling and ongoing monitoring.

A new study highlights the association of maternal soluble Fms-like tyrosine kinase 1 and endothelin 1 with preeclampsia severity, offering insights into the pathogenesis of early- and late-onset forms of the condition.

A recent study highlights the release of chemoattractants from human fetal membranes at term, driving leukocyte activation and migration, with implications for labor and postpartum recovery.

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A new study highlights the efficacy of couple-based reproductive genetic carrier screening in improving reproductive decisions and outcomes, emphasizing its growing availability and acceptance among diverse populations.

A new study found that fine particulate matter exposure during pregnancy significantly increases the risk of spontaneous preterm birth, emphasizing the need for mitigating environmental factors.