Obstetrics and gynecology
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Obstetrics and gynecology · May 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialParacervical block for pain control in first-trimester surgical abortion: a randomized controlled trial.
Despite lack of efficacy data, the majority of first-trimester surgical abortions are performed with a paracervical block. Women may be unnecessarily exposed to a painful injection and potentially noxious medication. Our objective was to estimate the effect of a paracervical block and the effect of gestational age on patient pain perception. ⋯ I.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · May 2012
ACOG Committee Opinion No. 526: Standardization of practice to improve outcomes.
Protocols and checklists have been shown to improve patient safety through standardization and communication. Standardization of practice to improve quality outcomes is an important tool in achieving the shared vision of patients and their health care providers.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Apr 2012
Comparative StudyOutcomes and cost comparisons after introducing a robotics program for endometrial cancer surgery.
To evaluate the effect of introducing a robotic program on cost and patient outcome. ⋯ II.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Apr 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialUtility of the bladder flap at cesarean delivery: a randomized controlled trial.