Ginecología y obstetricia de México
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In April 2009 are reported the first cases of H1N1 influenza in Mexico, presenting the first death from this cause in the city of Oaxaca in the same month. Different epidemiological reports of pandemics brought to the pregnant and high risk population for complications secondary to infection with influenza H1N1 due to immune status. ⋯ H1N1 influenza infection has a high fatality rate in late pregnancy. Perinatal outcomes did not worsen the condition or management.
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Maternal mortality is a public health problem reflecting lack of infrastructure in health facilities or poor obstetrical training of those caring for pregnant women. ⋯ The present conditions of the social environment of San Luis Potosi are favourable to further reduce maternal mortality.
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BACGROUND: preterm birth is a major obstetric problem that contributes to 70% of perinatal mortality. ⋯ the double marker fibronectin / cervical length is useful for determining patients at risk of preterm delivery because of its high specificity and NPV, ideal for easy handling and low cost.