J Reprod Med
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To obtain quantitative data on uterine contractility postpartum and compare the response of intramuscular oxytocin to carbetocin. ⋯ IUPT monitoring generated quantitative data on postpartum uterine activity. When compared to high-dose oxytocin, a low dose of carbetocin has a more prolonged effect on uterine activity both in terms of a higher amplitude and frequency of contractions.
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To describe our experience with the diagnosis and management of acute fatty liver of pregnancy (AFLP). ⋯ Early diagnosis and prompt progressive management, including early termination of pregnancy and comprehensive supportive care, are crucial for improving the prognoses of both mother and newborn.
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Comparative Study Observational Study
Comparision of Letrozole with Timed Intercourse Versus Clomiphene Citrate with Intrauterine Insemination in Patients with Unexplained Infertility.
To evaluate outcomes of patients with unexplained infertility who underwent letrozole (LET)- stimulated controlled ovarian stimulation (COS) with timed sexual intercourse (IC) as compared to patients treated with clomiphene citrate (CC) and intrauterine insemination (IUI). ⋯ Unexplained infertility patients who underwent LET stimulation with IC werefound to have better pregnancy out- comes as compared to those who underwent timed IC.or IUI with CC stimulation.
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Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a syndrome characterized by chronic marijuana use, cyclic vomiting, and compulsive bathing. Given the similarities this syndrome shares with hyperemesis gravidarum, it is likely that this is a highly underdiagnosed syndrome. We present a case of severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy that met the criteria for CHS. ⋯ Recognition of this syndrome will aid in patient care, lessen the economic burden of an extensive workup, and hopefully lessen provider frustration with diagnosis and treatment of a common and underdiagnosed entity.
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To examine women�s perceptions of their obstetrician/gynecologist (ob-gyn) as primary care provider (PCP) and comfort in receiving primary care services in an ob-gyn setting. ⋯ A substantial proportion of women consider their ob-gyn their primary care provider and do not visit another provider regularly. While ob-gyns may not consider themselves as PCPs, they are often perceived as such by patients.