The journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research
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J. Obstet. Gynaecol. Res. · Feb 2000
Case ReportsIntrapartum common peroneal nerve compression resulted in foot drop: a case report.
This case report is to illustrate a case of a 24-year-old Jordanian woman, gravida 1, para 0 who developed intrapartum foot drop due to compression injury of the common peroneal nerve behind the head of fibula. Diagnosis was based on history, clinical examination and electrophysiological studies. Treatment included daily sessions of physiotherapy. Complete recovery of the condition took place within 2 months.
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To review emergency obstetric hysterectomy in our unit, including the indications for and morbidity associated with the procedure. ⋯ Emergency obstetric hysterectomy remains a potentially life-saving procedure in unavoidable catastrophe. The 7 patients with life threatening postpartum haemorrhage underwent hysterectomy after failure of conservative measures. The morbidity is low and there was no mortality in this series.
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J. Obstet. Gynaecol. Res. · Oct 1999
The use of rectal misoprostol as active pharmacological management of the third stage of labor.
To compare the effectiveness of rectal Misoprostol versus combined intramuscular oxytocin and ergometrine (O-E) in the management of the third stage of labor. ⋯ Rectal Misoprostol may be used safely in the management of the third stage of labor.
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J. Obstet. Gynaecol. Res. · Jun 1999
Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical TrialOptimal dose of nalbuphine for treatment of intrathecal-morphine induced pruritus after caesarean section.
To search for the optimal dosage of nalbuphine relief of intrathecal-morphine induced pruritus after caesarean section. ⋯ Nalbuphine of 2 to 3 mg was considered to be adequate in treatment of intrathecal morphine induced pruritus after caesarean section without increasing pain scores or causing other side effects.
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To study the pregnancy outcome of women with acyanotic heart disease. ⋯ The fetal and maternal outcome in women with acyanotic heart disease was favourable. It is advocated that the management of these cases should be multidisciplinary to optimise care for these patients.