International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics : the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Aug 2021
ReviewEradicating cervical cancer: Lessons learned from Rwanda and Australia.
Both Rwanda and Australia have made significant strides to eradicate cervical cancer. To understand the successes in Rwanda and Australia, a comparative policy analysis was conducted based on key informant interviews and a review of peer-reviewed literature and policy briefs. Notable findings were identified that offer lessons for countries across the income spectrum. ⋯ All countries can consider rolling out HPV vaccination by targeting the social and/or physical environment (e.g., a school-based vaccination program, as both Rwanda and Australia did). Cervical cancer is preventable, and eradication is within reach for countries across the income spectrum around the world. Cervical cancer screening programs are needed to minimize the incidence of and mortality from cervical cancer in the short term, and HPV vaccination programs are the best strategy to eradicate cervical cancer in the long term.
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Jul 2021
Meta AnalysisThe effectiveness of the abdominal binder in relieving pain after cesarean delivery: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Abdominal binder is a non-pharmacological method of relieving pain after surgical procedures. ⋯ The abdominal binder could be an effective, simple, non-pharmacological option of relieving pain and distress after CD.
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Jun 2021
Meta AnalysisTransversus abdominis plane block versus wound infiltration for post-cesarean section analgesia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block and wound infiltration (WI) with local anesthetics are used for postoperative analgesia after cesarean section (CS), reducing the need for administration of opioids. ⋯ There might be no significant advantages selecting TAP block over WI for post-CS analgesia.
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Apr 2021
Stillbirths and the COVID-19 pandemic: Looking beyond SARS-CoV-2 infection.
To study the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak and subsequent lockdown on the incidence, associated causes, and modifiable factors of stillbirth. ⋯ Although there was no difference in causes of stillbirth between cases and controls, level-II and level-III delays were significantly impacted by the pandemic, leading to a higher rate of preventable stillbirths in pregnant women not infected with COVID-19.