American journal of obstetrics and gynecology
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Am. J. Obstet. Gynecol. · Jun 2006
Is there a useful cesarean birth measure? Assessment of the nulliparous term singleton vertex cesarean birth rate as a tool for obstetric quality improvement.
This study was undertaken to assess the utility of the nulliparous term singleton vertex cesarean birth (NTSV CB) measure as a quality improvement tool for use at the hospital level. ⋯ NTSV CB rate is strongly influenced by elective obstetric practices. The addition of an easily performed maternal age adjustment makes it the most promising CB quality measure for use at the hospital level.
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Am. J. Obstet. Gynecol. · Jun 2006
Randomized Controlled TrialDoes magnesium sulfate reduce the short- and long-term requirements for pain relief after caesarean delivery? A double-blind placebo-controlled trial.
The purpose of this study was to determine whether magnesium sulfate decreases postoperative pain and analgesic consumption. ⋯ Magnesium sulfate does not reduce the severity of short-term or long-term (6 weeks) pain after cesarean delivery.
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Am. J. Obstet. Gynecol. · Jun 2006
The perceived impact of duty hour restrictions on the residency environment: a survey of residency program directors.
The purpose of this study was to characterize residency program director baseline perceptions regarding the effect of resident duty hour limitations on key components of the graduate medical education environment. ⋯ Variations in current opinions regarding the impact of residency duty hour restrictions reflect ongoing bias in those most influential to resident education.