American journal of perinatology
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Postpartum higher-dose oxytocin (80 U) compared with lower dose (10 U) given in 500 mL over 1 hour does not decrease postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) requiring treatment, but reduces the risk of hematocrit decline ≥ 6% among women delivering vaginally. Our objective was to evaluate whether the duration of administration of oxytocin influences outcomes. ⋯ Postpartum higher-dose oxytocin administered over 1 hour compared with 8 hours was not associated with an increased treatment of PPH or frequency of hematocrit decline ≥ 6%.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Unintended extension of the lower segment uterine incision at cesarean delivery: a randomized comparison of sharp versus blunt techniques.
This study compared two methods of expanding the uterine incision at the time of cesarean delivery, which is associated with the risk of unintended extension. ⋯ Sharp expansion of the uterine incision was related to a higher risk of unintended extension and maternal blood loss. Because blunt expansion is associated with a lower risk for unintended extension and maternal blood loss, it should be the first option during elective cesarean delivery.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Ondansetron preloading with crystalloid infusion reduces maternal hypotension during cesarean delivery.
The aim of the article was to investigate the effect of ondansetron preloading with crystalloid infusion after spinal anesthesia during cesarean delivery. ⋯ Ondansetron preloading combined with crystalloid infusion significantly reduced hypotension and nausea, while improving acid-base status, as well as reducing vasoconstrictor use.
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To evaluate the effect of prepregnancy body mass index (BMI), energy and macronutrient intakes during pregnancy, and gestational weight gain (GWG) on the body composition of full-term appropriate-for-gestational age neonates. ⋯ Positive adjusted associations were found between both prepregnancy BMI and energy intake from carbohydrate and offspring body size in the whole sample. Positive adjusted associations were also found between prepregnancy overweight and adiposity in males, and between GWG and body size in females.
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Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a significant cause of childhood blindness. ⋯ Remifentanil analgesia for ROP treatment performed in the NICU by pediatricians is a safe and effective modality. This modality offers a practical solution in hospitals without readily available pediatric anesthetists.