BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology
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The QUiPP algorithm combines cervical length, quantitative fetal fibronectin (qfFN) and medical history to quantify risk of preterm birth. We assessed the utility of QUiPP to inform preterm birth prevention treatment decisions. ⋯ Independent study finds that the QUiPP algorithm could lead to substantial increases in treatment without evidence of benefit.
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To estimate incidence, trends over time, and risk factors for massive blood transfusions in obstetric patients. A secondary aim was to evaluate transfusion ratios in relation to massive transfusion. ⋯ Risk of massive blood transfusion in obstetric patients increases with placental complications and prior caesarean section.
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Meta Analysis
The safety of oral fluconazole during the first trimester of pregnancy: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Oral fluconazole is used to treat vulvovaginal candidiasis during pregnancy. However, there are concerns regarding the pregnancy outcomes following exposure to fluconazole. ⋯ Oral fluconazole during the first trimester of pregnancy may be associated with unfavourable pregnancy outcomes.