Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica
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Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand · Jul 2012
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyIdentification of cases with adverse neonatal outcome monitored by cardiotocography versus ST analysis: secondary analysis of a randomized trial.
To evaluate whether correct adherence to clinical guidelines might have led to prevention of cases with adverse neonatal outcome. ⋯ In our trial, more strict adherence to clinical guidelines could have led to additional identification and prevention of adverse outcome.
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Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand · Jul 2012
Spinal curvature and characteristics of postural change in pregnant women.
Pregnant women often report complaints due to physiological and postural changes. Postural changes during pregnancy may cause low back pain and pelvic girdle pain. This study aimed to compare the characteristics of postural changes in pregnant compared with non-pregnant women. ⋯ Spinal curvature demonstrated a tendency for lumbar kyphosis in pregnant women. Pregnancy may cause changes in spinal curvature and posture, which may in turn lead to relevant symptoms. Our data provide a basis for investigating the effects of spinal curvature and postural changes on symptoms during pregnancy.