European journal of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology
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Eur. J. Obstet. Gynecol. Reprod. Biol. · Nov 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialEfficacy of the device combining high-frequency transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation and thermotherapy for relieving primary dysmenorrhea: a randomized, single-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
To investigate the efficacy and safety of the combined therapy with high-frequency transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (hf-TENS) and thermotherapy in relieving primary dysmenorrheal pain. ⋯ The combination of hf-TENS and thermotherapy was effective in relieving acute pain in women with moderate or severe primary dysmenorrhea.
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Eur. J. Obstet. Gynecol. Reprod. Biol. · Nov 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialCesarean analgesia using levobupivacaine continuous wound infiltration: a randomized trial.
Neuraxial morphine is considered as a "gold standard" for pain relief after cesarean section, however it causes bothersome side effects. Alternative analgesia including nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAID) has been proposed. We aimed to assess the morphine sparing effect of continuous wound infiltration with a local anesthetic, when added to multimodal systemic analgesia including NSAID without subarachnoid morphine. ⋯ Adding continuous levobupivacaine infiltration to multimodal analgesia after cesarean section without subarachnoid morphine decreased postoperative morphine consumption and pain, facilitated breastfeeding initial comfort, and slightly increased nurse workload.
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Eur. J. Obstet. Gynecol. Reprod. Biol. · Nov 2015
In search of key genes associated with endometriosis using bioinformatics approach.
The aim of this study was to identify key genes associated with endometriosis. ⋯ Our findings indicate that EGF, IL-1β and AGTR1 may play important roles in the pathogenesis of endometriosis.
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Eur. J. Obstet. Gynecol. Reprod. Biol. · Nov 2015
Postpartum care of women with gestational diabetes: survey of healthcare professionals.
To assess the knowledge and practices of healthcare professionals on the postpartum care of women with gestational diabetes. ⋯ The survey highlights the need for improved awareness of future risk of diabetes in women with gestational diabetes, consensus on optimal postpartum screening and identification of the main healthcare provider responsible for further management. This is particularly important for areas of social deprivation.
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Eur. J. Obstet. Gynecol. Reprod. Biol. · Nov 2015
Determination of the 90% effective dose (ED90) of phenylephrine for hypotension during elective cesarean delivery using a continual reassessment method.
The purpose of this study was to determine, by continual reassessment, the 90% effective dose (ED90) of phenylephrine for hypotension after combined spinal-epidural anesthesia. ⋯ The ED90 of a phenylephrine bolus dose for hypotension in term pregnant women is approximately 100μg, based on continual reassessment.