Obstetrics and gynecology
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Jul 2011
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudySingle-balloon compared with double-balloon catheters for induction of labor: a randomized controlled trial.
To estimate the efficacy of a single-balloon catheter compared with a double-balloon catheter among women with unfavorable cervices undergoing induction of labor. ⋯ Both the single-balloon and double-balloon catheters are equally efficacious for inducing labor. The double-balloon catheter may be associated with more operative deliveries.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Jul 2011
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and risk for major congenital anomalies.
To estimate the risk of major congenital anomalies after exposure to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors during pregnancy. ⋯ Fluoxetine use is associated with an increased risk of isolated ventricular septal defects and paroxetine is associated with right ventricular outflow tract defects. The absolute risk for these specific cardiac anomalies is small but should guide clinicians not to consider fluoxetine or paroxetine the first option when prescribing selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors to women planning pregnancy. Special attention should be given to alcohol use in pregnant women using selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.