Obstetrics and gynecology
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Obstetrics and gynecology · May 1995
Case ReportsConstriction of the fetal ductus arteriosus during prenatal betamethasone therapy.
Constriction of the fetal ductus arteriosus occurs with maternal indomethacin treatment and has been suggested with corticosteroid therapy as well. ⋯ The risk-benefit ratio of betamethasone should be assessed by large-scale studies when repeated courses or chronic maternal administration of betamethasone are required.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · May 1995
Case ReportsCoarctation of the abdominal aorta in pregnancy: diagnosis by magnetic resonance imaging.
Coarctation of the aorta is rare, affecting one per 2000-3000 women. Abdominal coarctation is more commonly identified in women than in men, but only two cases have been reported in pregnancy. ⋯ Magnetic resonance imaging is a safe, reliable means by which to confirm clinically suspected coarctation of the aorta during pregnancy.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · May 1995
Case ReportsSacroiliitis associated with pyelonephritis in pregnancy.
Sacroiliitis is a rare infection and an unusual cause of back pain during pregnancy. Because pregnancy and infections commonly associated with pregnancy are risk factors, this diagnosis should be considered in the gravida with sacroiliac pain. ⋯ When sacroiliitis is suspected, diagnostic imaging with either computed axial tomography, or, preferably, magnetic resonance imaging may be helpful. Antibiotic therapy should be tailored to the specific organism involved and continued for 3-6 weeks.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · May 1995
Residents' attitudes to training in ethics in Canadian obstetrics and gynecology programs.
To determine residents' attitudes toward their current training in ethics, including their preferred learning format, time commitment, and the influences of training and personal background on their views and decision-making process. ⋯ Findings from this survey support the benefit of more discussion of ethical issues during residency programs, particularly with the use of case presentations.