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Benzodiazepines nearly double the odds of spontaneous abortion
This is thought to be the first study to investigate the risk of spontaneous abortion associated with benzodiazepine duration of action.
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Sustainable weight loss seen 5 years after endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty
The researchers plan to follow the current cohort for the next 10-20 years.
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Maternal immunization protects against serious RSV infection in infancy
LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA – “This is a historic study.” – Dr. Flor M. Munoz
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Study finds link between intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy and risk of NAFLD
Finding suggests that ICP patients should be seen by a liver specialist because they may go on to develop chronic liver disease.
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C-sections play role in 300% higher severe maternal morbidity in twin pregnancies
An analysis of data from the French EPIMOMS study quantifies the role of cesarean delivery in severe acute maternal morbidity associated with twin...
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Magnetic beads functionalized with VEGF could treat preeclampsia
A ligand-based approach using VEGF-coated beads offers new perspectives for the treatment of preeclampsia.
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Is routine induction of labor in a healthy pregnancy at 39 weeks reasonable?
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – “This might be a nice time to have a baby. The trade-off is intervention,” said Dr. Aaron B....
News from the FDA/CDC
Most pregnancy-related deaths are preventable
Almost one-third of pregnancy-related deaths occur before delivery, the CDC reported.
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Multiple sclerosis may not flare up after pregnancy
PHILADELPHIA – Exclusive breastfeeding significantly reduced the risk of postpartum relapses.
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ACOG guidance addresses cardiac contributors to maternal mortality
NASHVILLE, TENN. – The guidance has the potential to make strides toward eliminating preventable maternal death.