Wiener klinische Wochenschrift
-
Wien. Klin. Wochenschr. · Apr 2005
Comparative StudyMRI-controlled analysis of 104 patients with painful bone marrow edema in different joint localizations treated with the prostacyclin analogue iloprost.
Bone marrow edema (BME) is a common cause of pain of the musculoskeletal system. The aim of the study was to assess the efficacy of iloprost in the treatment of BME of different localizations and etiologies. ⋯ The authors conclude that the use of parenteral iloprost might be a viable method in the treatment of BME of different etiologies.
-
Wien. Klin. Wochenschr. · Apr 2005
Comparative StudyInfluence of labor induction on obstetric outcomes in patients with prolonged pregnancy: a comparison between elective labor induction and spontaneous onset of labor beyond term.
Prolonged pregnancy is the most frequent reason for induction of labor. This study aims to determine the effects of labor induction on delivery outcome and to quantify the risks of cesarean delivery associated with labor induction in post-date pregnancies. ⋯ Our data suggest that women undergoing labor induction because of prolonged pregnancy should be sufficiently informed regarding the risks of a cesarean section or a vacuum extraction. Furthermore, the option of elective cesarean section should be considered, particularly in primiparous women with an unfavorable cervix, higher age, and high estimated infant birth weight.