Obstetrics and gynecology
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Oct 2012
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyObjective structured assessment of technical skills evaluation of theoretical compared with hands-on training of shoulder dystocia management: a randomized controlled trial.
To compare the skills of performing a shoulder dystocia management algorithm after hands-on training compared with demonstration. ⋯ I.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Aug 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialSelf-administered misoprostol or placebo before intrauterine device insertion in nulliparous women: a randomized controlled trial.
To estimate the effects of self-administered misoprostol compared with placebo before intrauterine device (IUD) insertion in nulliparous women. ⋯ I.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Jun 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialIntra-abdominal irrigation at cesarean delivery: a randomized controlled trial.
To determine whether avoiding intra-abdominal irrigation at cesarean delivery will decrease rates of intraoperative and postoperative gastrointestinal disturbance without increasing postoperative morbidity. ⋯ I.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · May 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialParacervical block for pain control in first-trimester surgical abortion: a randomized controlled trial.
Despite lack of efficacy data, the majority of first-trimester surgical abortions are performed with a paracervical block. Women may be unnecessarily exposed to a painful injection and potentially noxious medication. Our objective was to estimate the effect of a paracervical block and the effect of gestational age on patient pain perception. ⋯ I.
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Apr 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialUtility of the bladder flap at cesarean delivery: a randomized controlled trial.
To test the hypothesis that omission of the bladder flap in primary and repeat cesarean deliveries shortens operating time without increasing intraoperative and postoperative complications. ⋯ I.