Obstetrics and gynecology
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Sep 2008
Randomized Controlled TrialHigh-concentration supplemental perioperative oxygen to reduce the incidence of postcesarean surgical site infection: a randomized controlled trial.
Most postcesarean infections are caused by anaerobic bacteria. Oxidative killing, an important defense against surgical infections, depends on the oxygen level in contaminated tissue. Among patients undergoing colorectal surgery, perioperative supplemental oxygen decreased infection rates by 50%. We tested the hypothesis that high-concentration inspired oxygen decreases the incidence of surgical site infection in women undergoing cesarean delivery. ⋯ High-concentration perioperative oxygen delivered through a nonrebreathing mask did not decrease the risk of postcesarean surgical site infection.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Sep 2008
Clinical TrialTopical gabapentin in the treatment of localized and generalized vulvodynia.
To evaluate the clinical efficacy and tolerability of topical gabapentin in the treatment of women with vulvodynia. ⋯ III.
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To survey authors submitting manuscripts to a leading specialty journal regarding their assessment of editorial review. The study sought factors affecting authors' satisfaction and whether authors rated the journal review processes differently from the commentary provided by different reviewers. ⋯ III.