Obstetrics and gynecology
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Oct 2015
Gender Bias in Nurse Evaluations of Residents in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
We examined the evaluations given by nurses to obstetrics and gynecology residents to estimate whether gender bias was evident. ⋯ Evidence of gender bias in evaluations emerged; albeit subtle, women received harsher feedback as lower-level residents than men. Training in effective evaluation and gender bias management is warranted.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Oct 2015
Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder Caused by Spinal Meningeal Cysts in the Sacrum: Successful Neurosurgical Treatment.
To evaluate whether treatment of spinal meningeal cysts that compress sacral spinal nerve roots is associated with relief of persistent genital arousal disorder. ⋯ III.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Oct 2015
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyPain Associated With Cesarean Delivery Skin Closure: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
To assess pain perception and pain medication use between women who underwent suture and those who underwent stapling for skin closure after cesarean delivery. ⋯ I.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Oct 2015
Maternal Deaths Due to Sepsis in the State of Michigan, 1999-2006.
To identify maternal deaths due to sepsis in the state of Michigan, review the events leading to diagnosis, and evaluate treatment to identify areas for improvement. ⋯ III.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Sep 2015
Review Comparative StudyAbnormal Placentation: Placenta Previa, Vasa Previa, and Placenta Accreta.
Placental disorders such as placenta previa, placenta accreta, and vasa previa are all associated with vaginal bleeding in the second half of pregnancy. They are also important causes of serious fetal and maternal morbidity and even mortality. ⋯ In turn, antenatal diagnosis facilitates optimal obstetric management. This review emphasizes an evidence-based approach to the clinical management of pregnancies with these conditions as well as highlights important knowledge gaps.