Saudi Med J
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To determine the effects of fetal gender on the maternal levels of first-trimester screening biochemical markers, such pregnancy-related plasma protein A (PAPP-A) and beta-human chorionic gonadotropin (β-hCG). ⋯ Pregnancy-related plasma protein A and free β-hCG values were not affected by the fetal gender. However, the significant relationship observed between free β-hCG MoM levels and fetal gender in patients with ischemic placental diseases suggests the need for larger studies on this topic.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
The effect of virtual reality on anxiety, stress, and hemodynamic parameters during cesarean section: A randomized controlled clinical trial.
To investigate the effect of virtual reality (VR) on anxiety, stress, and hemodynamic parameters during cesarean section (CS). ⋯ Virtual reality significantly reduced anxiety and stress among women undergoing CS under regional anesthesia. Virtual reality may be added to the routine intraoperative techniques that help induce patient relaxation and increase satisfaction.
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To investigate the effect of tele-clinics on palliative care patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. ⋯ Virtual visits in palliative care are efficient means of decreasing the threat of COVID-19 contagion. It is recommended to increase the palliative care patients' awareness of tele-clinics and their positive outcomes, particularly during the pandemic.