Is the cesarean rate too high? Yes.

Recent research evaluated the impact of maternal hyperoxygenation on neonatal Apgar scores, revealing no significant enhancement in outcomes among women with pathologic fetal heart rate tracing and suggesting limited efficacy of hyperoxygenation therapy in this context.

Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.

Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.

A recent study revealed that employing maternal heart rate monitoring alongside fetal heart rate monitoring during labor significantly decreases the incidence of neonatal encephalopathy and severe neonatal acidemia.

Investigating the impact of prenatal vitamin C supplementation on lung function and wheeze occurrence in offspring of pregnant smokers, revealing insights into mitigating respiratory risks.

New research led by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases reveals sustained antibody levels in infants born to vaccinated mothers, underscoring the importance of maternal vaccination in safeguarding newborns against COVID-19.