Obstetrics and gynecology
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Nemaline myopathy is a rare, slowly progressive neuromuscular disorder, characterized by generalized skeletal and smooth muscle weakness and hypotonia. It is extremely rare in pregnancy. However, it may adversely affect pregnancy, and pregnancy may exacerbate the natural progress of the condition. ⋯ It is important that the clinician has a clear understanding of the clinical spectrum of nemaline myopathy, the available methods for perinatal diagnosis, and optimal antenatal care. A multidisciplinary team approach is emphasized, with specific reference to the method of analgesia and anesthesia during labor and route of delivery.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Jan 2007
Cesarean delivery on maternal request: obstetrician-gynecologists' knowledge, perception, and practice patterns.
To examine obstetrician-gynecologists' knowledge, opinions, and practice patterns related to cesarean delivery on maternal request. ⋯ III.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Jan 2007
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyEffects of teamwork training on adverse outcomes and process of care in labor and delivery: a randomized controlled trial.
To evaluate the effect of teamwork training on the occurrence of adverse outcomes and process of care in labor and delivery. ⋯ I.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Jan 2007
Sexual behaviors after universal screening of sexually transmitted infections in healthy young women.
To prospectively study the relationship between diagnosis of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) at entry to U.S. Marines recruit training and subsequent sexual behaviors during vacation. ⋯ II.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Jan 2007
Randomized Controlled TrialIntracervical block and pain perception during the performance of a hysterosalpingogram: a randomized controlled trial.
To estimate whether an intracervical block of 1% lidocaine decreased pain perception compared with placebo during the performance of a hysterosalpingogram. ⋯ I.