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View article: Studying the effects of McRoberts and neonate-focused maneuvers on the neonatal brachial plexus during shoulder dystocia
Studying the effects of McRoberts and neonate-focused maneuvers on the neonatal brachial plexus during shoulder dystocia Open
This study investigates the effects of clinical delivery maneuvers on neonatal brachial plexus (BP) during complicated birthing scenarios such as shoulder dystocia. Shoulder dystocia occurs when the anterior shoulder of the neonate is obst…
View article: Efficacy, Immunogenicity, and Safety of an Investigational Maternal Respiratory Syncytial Virus Prefusion F Protein–Based Vaccine
Efficacy, Immunogenicity, and Safety of an Investigational Maternal Respiratory Syncytial Virus Prefusion F Protein–Based Vaccine Open
Background In this phase 3 trial of an investigational maternal respiratory syncytial virus prefusion F protein–based vaccine (RSVPreF3-Mat), a higher rate of preterm birth was observed in the vaccine (6.8%) versus the placebo group (4.9%)…
View article: The Evolving Maternal Vaccine Platform
The Evolving Maternal Vaccine Platform Open
Maternal vaccination is a safe and effective means of preventing infection in pregnant women, their fetuses, and infants after birth. Several vaccines are routinely administered in pregnancy as a valuable part of prenatal care with support…
View article: Studying the Effects of Shoulder Dystocia and Neonate-Focused Delivery Maneuvers on Brachial Plexus Strain: A Computational Study
Studying the Effects of Shoulder Dystocia and Neonate-Focused Delivery Maneuvers on Brachial Plexus Strain: A Computational Study Open
The purpose of this computational study was to investigate the effects of neonate-focused clinical delivery maneuvers on brachial plexus (BP) during shoulder dystocia. During shoulder dystocia, the anterior shoulder of the neonate is obstr…
View article: Chronological age enhances aging phenomena and protein nitration in oocyte
Chronological age enhances aging phenomena and protein nitration in oocyte Open
Background The average age of childbearing has increased over the years contributing to infertility, miscarriages, and chromosomal abnormalities largely invoked by an age-related decline in oocyte quality. In this study, we investigate the…
View article: A Diagnosis of Maternal 22q Duplication and Mosaic Deletion following Prenatal Cell-Free DNA Screening
A Diagnosis of Maternal 22q Duplication and Mosaic Deletion following Prenatal Cell-Free DNA Screening Open
Concurrent microduplication and microdeletion of the chromosome 22q11.2 region are a rarely reported phenomenon. We describe a case of germline 22q11.21 microduplication syndrome with concurrent mosaic 22q11.2 deletion in a pregnant patien…
View article: Polycythemia Vera in Pregnancy: A Descriptive Review of the Literature
Polycythemia Vera in Pregnancy: A Descriptive Review of the Literature Open
Objectives: Polycythemia vera (PV) is a rare myeloproliferative neoplasm that is associated with a high risk of thrombosis due to an increase in red blood cell mass and hyperviscosity. In the setting of pregnancy, patients with PV appear t…
View article: Prenatal Lethal Diagnosis of 8p23.1 Duplication Syndrome Associated with Omphalocele and Encephalocele
Prenatal Lethal Diagnosis of 8p23.1 Duplication Syndrome Associated with Omphalocele and Encephalocele Open
Despite increased prenatal and postnatal use of array comparative genomic hybridization (aCGH), isolated 8p23.1 duplication remains rare and has been associated with a widely variable phenotype. Here, we report an isolated 8p23.1 duplicati…
View article: Effects of Prestretch on Neonatal Peripheral Nerve: An In Vitro Study
Effects of Prestretch on Neonatal Peripheral Nerve: An In Vitro Study Open
Background Characterizing the biomechanical failure responses of neonatal peripheral nerves is critical in understanding stretch-related peripheral nerve injury mechanisms in neonates. Objective This in vitro study investigated the effects…
View article: In-vitro stress relaxation response of neonatal peripheral nerves
In-vitro stress relaxation response of neonatal peripheral nerves Open
Characterizing the viscoelastic behavior of neonatal peripheral nerves is critical in understanding stretch-related peripheral nerve injuries (PNIs) in neonates. This study investigated the in-vitro viscoelastic stress relaxation response …
View article: Adjustable Algorithmic Tool for Assessing the Effectiveness of Maternal Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Vaccination on Infant Mortality in Developing Countries
Adjustable Algorithmic Tool for Assessing the Effectiveness of Maternal Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Vaccination on Infant Mortality in Developing Countries Open
Acute lower respiratory infection (ALRI) due to RSV is a common cause of global infant mortality, with most cases occurring in developing countries. Using data aggregated from priority countries as designated by the United States Agency fo…
View article: Varicella zoster meningitis in a pregnant woman with uncontrolled type 1 diabetes mellitus
Varicella zoster meningitis in a pregnant woman with uncontrolled type 1 diabetes mellitus Open
We report the case of retrograde varicella zoster virus (VZV) reactivation presenting as aseptic meningitis without rash in a generally healthy pregnant patient. A 27-year-old nulliparous woman at 25 weeks of gestation presented to the eme…
View article: Pregnant patient with extranodal CNS Rosai-Dorfman disease with new-onset seizures: the conundrum of differentiating disease progression from eclampsia
Pregnant patient with extranodal CNS Rosai-Dorfman disease with new-onset seizures: the conundrum of differentiating disease progression from eclampsia Open
A 31-year-old woman at 30 weeks gestation presented to the emergency department following multiple seizures. Her history was significant for extranodal Rosai-Dorfman Disease (RDD) with central nervous system (CNS) lesions. RDD, a rare form…
View article: Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccination during Pregnancy and Effects in Infants
Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccination during Pregnancy and Effects in Infants Open
RSV F protein nanoparticle vaccination in pregnant women did not meet the prespecified success criterion for efficacy against RSV-associated, medically significant lower respiratory tract infection in infants up to 90 days of life. The sug…
View article: Perinatal Oral Health: A Novel Collaborative Initiative to Improve Access, Attitudes, Comfort Level, and Knowledge of Pregnant Women and Dental Providers
Perinatal Oral Health: A Novel Collaborative Initiative to Improve Access, Attitudes, Comfort Level, and Knowledge of Pregnant Women and Dental Providers Open
Objectives The objectives of this program were to increase access to dental care among pregnant women and to improve dental students' exposure, comfort level, and knowledge of the potential impact of poor oral health on pregnancy outcomes.…
View article: The Burden of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection in Adults and Reproductive-Aged Women
The Burden of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection in Adults and Reproductive-Aged Women Open
Currently available data on respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) disease burden in adults and reproductive-aged women are limited. These data are critically needed to assist in the advancement of strategies related to maternal RSV vaccination…
View article: Vasa previa with pulsed wave Doppler depicting maternal heart rate
Vasa previa with pulsed wave Doppler depicting maternal heart rate Open
Vasa previa is a condition which occurs when fetal vessels, unsupported by the umbilical cord or placenta, traverse the membranes over the cervix and below the presenting part of the fetus. We present a case of an unusual finding of venous…
View article: Incarcerated Uterus Presenting as Short Cervix and Placenta Previa
Incarcerated Uterus Presenting as Short Cervix and Placenta Previa Open
Introduction . Incarcerated uterus is a rare complication of pregnancy, usually associated with retroversion. Case . A 26‐year‐old woman presents at 19 4/7 weeks for evaluation of a short cervix and placenta previa. On ultrasound scan, the…
View article: EP20.13: Vasa previa due to communicating distant dichorionic placentas
EP20.13: Vasa previa due to communicating distant dichorionic placentas Open
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View article: Cell‐free DNA results lead to unexpected diagnosis
Cell‐free DNA results lead to unexpected diagnosis Open
Key Clinical Message Maternal cell‐free DNA (cfDNA) results that are discordant with the diagnostic fetal karyotype should prompt further investigation. If deeper analysis of the cfDNA results demonstrates a “saw‐tooth” pattern characteris…
View article: Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy Leading to Severe Vitamin K Deficiency and Coagulopathy
Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy Leading to Severe Vitamin K Deficiency and Coagulopathy Open
Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy is seldom associated with significant vitamin K deficiency. We report a case of a 16‐year‐old primigravid patient at 24 weeks and 3 days of gestation who presented with pruritus, hematuria, and preterm…
View article: Secondary Postpartum Hemorrhage due to Spontaneous Uterine Artery Rupture after Normal Vaginal Delivery Managed by Selective Arterial Embolization
Secondary Postpartum Hemorrhage due to Spontaneous Uterine Artery Rupture after Normal Vaginal Delivery Managed by Selective Arterial Embolization Open
Secondary postpartum hemorrhage due to an intraperitoneal bleed following a vaginal delivery is extremely rare. We present a case of spontaneous rupture of the uterine artery following a normal vaginal delivery with a delayed presentation,…