Tag: Obstetrics
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Episiotomy and Anemia: Higher Postpartum Bleeding Risk for Mothers
New evidence links episiotomy to higher risk of postpartum bleeding in anemic women A recent study published in The Lancet Global Health has found that performing an episiotomy—a surgical cut made to enlarge the vaginal opening during childbirth—significantly increases the risk of severe postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) in women with moderate to severe anemia. The findings…
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Episiotomy and anemia: Elevated risk of severe bleeding after birth
Understanding the new findings Recent research published in The Lancet Global Health highlights a concerning trend for a specific group of expectant mothers. The study suggests that performing an episiotomy during childbirth—an intentional surgical cut to the vaginal area—may significantly raise the risk of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) in women who have moderate to severe anemia…
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Miracle Baby: How a Newborn Continued Outside the Womb Surrounded by an Ovarian Cyst
Introduction: A Rare Miracle in Modern Medicine In a story that has captivated medical professionals and families alike, a newborn arrived under extraordinary circumstances. A baby boy, named in reports as Ryu, began life outside his mother’s uterus because of a large ovarian cyst that shielded him from a typical intrauterine environment. The case highlights…
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NHS Data Reveals Caesarean Births Surpass Natural Deliveries in England for the First Time
Introduction: A Turning Point in English Childbirth New NHS data confirms a historic shift in English childbirth: caesarean sections are now more common than natural births. With about 45% of babies born via surgery last year, England has entered a new era in obstetric care. The figures have sparked debate among clinicians, policymakers, and expectant…
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Planned Early-Term Birth Reduces Preeclampsia in High-Risk Women
New Findings Offer a Targeted Strategy for Preeclampsia Prevention Researchers report that planning early-term births for pregnant people at high risk of preeclampsia can significantly reduce the incidence of this dangerous condition. The study, published online in The Lancet on December 4, analyzed how risk stratification could guide decisions about when to deliver, aiming to…
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Planned Early-Term Birth Cuts Preeclampsia Risk in High-Risk Women
New Evidence Suggests Timing Can Tame Preeclampsia in High-Risk Pregnancies Health researchers have long debated the best timing for delivery in pregnancies at high risk for preeclampsia. A new study published online on December 4 in The Lancet provides important new insights: planning an early-term birth based on individualized risk stratification can reduce the incidence…
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System-level Intervention Cuts Maternal Infections and Deaths
Overview New findings published in the New England Journal of Medicine show that a comprehensive, system-level, multifactorial intervention significantly reduced maternal infection outcomes and related deaths. The study suggests that addressing infection risk during pregnancy and the postpartum period requires coordinated actions across care teams, hospitals, and communities rather than isolated clinical efforts. What the…
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Perth family seeks answers after baby born dead at WA maternity hospital
Content warning: This article discusses a bereavement and contains graphic details related to childbirth. Tragic birth sparks questions for a Perth family A Perth family is demanding answers after their baby was born tragically stillborn at a Western Australian maternity hospital. The infant, named Tommy Starkie, was delivered under circumstances that the parents describe as…
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Infection Prevention and Control in Cameroon’s Obstetrics and Gynecology Departments: Knowledge, Practices, and Challenges
Overview: IPC in OB/GYN Departments in Cameroon Infection prevention and control (IPC) is a cornerstone of safe obstetric and gynecologic care. In referral hospitals in Cameroon, obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) units manage high-risk deliveries, surgical procedures, and neonatal care. While progress has been made in training and guidelines, gaps persist in knowledge, adherence to protocols,…
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Strengthening Infection Prevention and Control in Cameroon’s Obstetrics and Gynecology Department
Introduction Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) pose a significant threat to patients and newborns in Cameroon, particularly within obstetrics and gynecology units. This article examines knowledge gaps, practical IPC measures, and how a referral hospital in Cameroon can strengthen infection prevention and control (IPC) to reduce maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. Effective IPC is essential to…