Ginecología y obstetricia de México
-
in the vital statistics the cesarean section is a cause that makes reference to births and deaths. ⋯ the long term results show positive influence in the reduction of the rate of natality.
-
Obstetric hysterectomy is indicated when patient's life is at risk, and it is a procedure that requires a highly experienced and skilled medical team to solve any complication. ⋯ Cesarean history induces higher obstetric hysterectomy incidence in women with high-risk pregnancy, due to its relation to placentation disorders, as placenta previa that increases hemorrhage possibility, and thus, maternal morbidity and mortality.
-
Biography Historical Article Classical Article
[Current treatment of cervical-uterine cancer. 1953].
-
Biography Historical Article Classical Article
[Gynecology and obstetrics in the last fifty years; comparative analysis. 1952].
-
Hemoderivative and blood transfusions without proper medical indication bring uncertain benefits, increase health risks and adverse effects. It is necessary to also consider the patient's values and preferences and the denial to receive transfusions. A deficient medical evaluation and an unnecessary transfusion can generate untoward effects regarding patients' health and safety. ⋯ Several studies coincide on the high number of unnecessary or unjustified blood transfusions. To improve the quality of transfusion medicine steps should be taken to install specialized hospital committees, update the use of guidelines based on the best scientific evidence, as well as to respect patient autonomy.