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View article: SIMulation in OBstetrical Emergencies (SIMOBE) group: a consensus position on simulation for training in obstetrics promoted by AGUI (Associazione Ginecologi Universitari Italiani)
SIMulation in OBstetrical Emergencies (SIMOBE) group: a consensus position on simulation for training in obstetrics promoted by AGUI (Associazione Ginecologi Universitari Italiani) Open
View article: Advances in uterine‐preserving surgical techniques for placenta accreta spectrum
Advances in uterine‐preserving surgical techniques for placenta accreta spectrum Open
Sir, We read with great interest the Letter to the Editor by Palacios-Jaraquemada et al. We are pleased to see that the authors havetaken the publication of the International Society for PlacentaAccreta Spectrum (IS-PAS) as an opportunity …
View article: Rare Tumors in Pregnancy: A Case Report of Ewing’s Sarcoma and Systematic Review
Rare Tumors in Pregnancy: A Case Report of Ewing’s Sarcoma and Systematic Review Open
Purpose Ewing’s sarcoma during pregnancy is a rare tumor that poses significant challenges in terms of early diagnosis and proper management. The early symptoms are often nonspecific. Management requires a tailored approach that considers …
View article: Prevalence of fetal anomalies, stillbirth, neonatal morbidity, or mortality in pregnancies complicated by placenta accreta spectrum disorders
Prevalence of fetal anomalies, stillbirth, neonatal morbidity, or mortality in pregnancies complicated by placenta accreta spectrum disorders Open
Introduction Placenta accreta spectrum disorders (PAS) lead to major complications in pregnancy. While the maternal morbidity associated with PAS is well known, there is less information regarding neonatal morbidity in this setting. The ai…
View article: The Italian guidelines on non-invasive and invasive prenatal diagnosis: Executive summary of recommendations for practice the Italian Society for Obstetrics and Gynecology (SIGO)
The Italian guidelines on non-invasive and invasive prenatal diagnosis: Executive summary of recommendations for practice the Italian Society for Obstetrics and Gynecology (SIGO) Open
View article: Opportunities for, and barriers to, uterus‐preserving surgical techniques for placenta accreta spectrum
Opportunities for, and barriers to, uterus‐preserving surgical techniques for placenta accreta spectrum Open
Introduction Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) can lead to major peripartum morbidity. Appropriate management approaches depend on the clinical severity, each individual's preference, and the treating team's expertise. Peripartum hysterectom…
View article: Randomized trial of screening for preterm birth in low-risk women - the preterm birth screening study
Randomized trial of screening for preterm birth in low-risk women - the preterm birth screening study Open
The introduction of a universal transvaginal ultrasound cervical length screening program at 18 0/6 to 23 6/7 weeks of gestation in singleton pregnancies without prior spontaneous preterm birth, with treatment for those with cervical lengt…
View article: Fetal aortic isthmus Doppler assessment to predict the adverse perinatal outcomes associated with fetal growth restriction: systematic review and meta-analysis
Fetal aortic isthmus Doppler assessment to predict the adverse perinatal outcomes associated with fetal growth restriction: systematic review and meta-analysis Open
View article: Definition and Criteria for Diagnosing Cesarean Scar Disorder
Definition and Criteria for Diagnosing Cesarean Scar Disorder Open
Importance Approximately 60% of women develop a uterine niche after a cesarean delivery (CD). A niche is associated with various gynecological symptoms including abnormal uterine bleeding, pain, and infertility, but there is little consens…
View article: Correlations between Gut Microbial Composition, Pathophysiological and Surgical Aspects in Endometriosis: A Review of the Literature
Correlations between Gut Microbial Composition, Pathophysiological and Surgical Aspects in Endometriosis: A Review of the Literature Open
Background and Objectives: Endometriosis is an estrogen-dependent, inflammatory, gynecological disorder represented by the migration of endometrial tissue outside the uterus. It can manifest through gynecological and gastrointestinal (GI) …
View article: SARS-CoV-2 Infection: A Clinical and Histopathological Study in Pregnancy
SARS-CoV-2 Infection: A Clinical and Histopathological Study in Pregnancy Open
During pregnancy, SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with several adverse outcomes, including an increased risk of pre-eclampsia, preterm delivery, hypertensive disorders, gestational diabetes, and fetal growth restriction related to the d…
View article: The diagnostic performance of the ductus venosus for the detection of cardiac defects in the first trimester: a systematic review and diagnostic test accuracy meta-analysis
The diagnostic performance of the ductus venosus for the detection of cardiac defects in the first trimester: a systematic review and diagnostic test accuracy meta-analysis Open
Purpose Abnormal flow in the ductus venosus (DV) has been reported to be associated with adverse perinatal outcome, chromosomal abnormalities, and congenital heart defects (CHD). Aneuploid fetuses have increased risk of CHD, but there are …
View article: Accuracy of Fetal Biacromial Diameter and Derived Ultrasonographic Parameters to Predict Shoulder Dystocia: A Prospective Observational Study
Accuracy of Fetal Biacromial Diameter and Derived Ultrasonographic Parameters to Predict Shoulder Dystocia: A Prospective Observational Study Open
Background and Objectives: Shoulder dystocia (ShD) is one of most dangerous obstetric complication. The objective of this study was to determine if the ultrasonographic fetal biacromial diameter (BA) and derived parameters could predict Sh…
View article: Incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus before and after the Covid‐19 lockdown: A retrospective cohort study
Incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus before and after the Covid‐19 lockdown: A retrospective cohort study Open
Aim To evaluate whether the first Covid‐19 lockdown for Italian citizens (March to July 2021) might have altered the incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Methods A retrospective single‐center study in a tertiary referral cente…
View article: Successfulness of the Bakri intrauterine balloon for uterotonic-unresponsive postpartum haemorrhage treatment: systematic review and meta-analysis.
Successfulness of the Bakri intrauterine balloon for uterotonic-unresponsive postpartum haemorrhage treatment: systematic review and meta-analysis. Open
The main purpose of this meta-analysis was to quantify the successfulness of Bakri balloon in managing postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) unresponsive to uterotonics.We performed a literature search using the MEDLINE (accessed via PubMed) databa…
View article: Microbiome and Gestational Diabetes: Interactions with Pregnancy Outcome and Long-Term Infant Health
Microbiome and Gestational Diabetes: Interactions with Pregnancy Outcome and Long-Term Infant Health Open
Microbiota composition is progressively being connected to different physiologic effects, such as glucose metabolism, and also to different pathologies, such as gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). GDM is a public health concern that affec…
View article: Maternal and Fetal Outcomes in Women with Diabetes in Pregnancy Treated before and after the Introduction of a Standardized Multidisciplinary Management Protocol
Maternal and Fetal Outcomes in Women with Diabetes in Pregnancy Treated before and after the Introduction of a Standardized Multidisciplinary Management Protocol Open
Background. Diabetes in pregnancy is associated with an increased risk to the woman and to the developing fetus. Currently, there is no consensus on the optimal management strategies for the follow-up and the timing of delivery of pregnanc…
View article: Reproductive and pregnancy outcomes following embryo transfer in women with previous cesarean section: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Reproductive and pregnancy outcomes following embryo transfer in women with previous cesarean section: A systematic review and meta‐analysis Open
Introduction Cesarean section affects subsequent spontaneous pregnancies because of implantation issues. However, its impact on post‐embryo transfer pregnancies is still debated. This review aimed to evaluate the impact of a previous cesar…
View article: Maternal death related to COVID‐19: A systematic review and meta‐analysis focused on maternal co‐morbidities and clinical characteristics
Maternal death related to COVID‐19: A systematic review and meta‐analysis focused on maternal co‐morbidities and clinical characteristics Open
Background Besides reducing the quality of obstetric care, the direct impact of COVID‐19 on pregnancy and postpartum is uncertain. Objective To evaluate the characteristics of pregnant women who died due to COVID‐19. Search strategy Cochra…
View article: The Impact of a Plant-Based Diet on Gestational Diabetes: A Review
The Impact of a Plant-Based Diet on Gestational Diabetes: A Review Open
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) represents a challenging pregnancy complication in which women present a state of glucose intolerance. GDM has been associated with various obstetric complications, such as polyhydramnios, preterm delive…
View article: Maternal and neonatal outcomes in planned versus emergency cesarean delivery for placenta accreta spectrum: A multinational database study
Maternal and neonatal outcomes in planned versus emergency cesarean delivery for placenta accreta spectrum: A multinational database study Open
Introduction Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) is a condition often resulting in severe maternal morbidity. Scheduled delivery by an experienced team has been shown to improve maternal outcomes; however, the benefits must be weighed against …
View article: Developing a database for multicenter evaluation of placenta accreta spectrum
Developing a database for multicenter evaluation of placenta accreta spectrum Open
Studies of rare, but complex clinical conditions require multicenter cooperation. The International Society for Placenta accreta spectrum (IS‐PAS) have established a secure web‐based database to analyze pregnancies complicated by PAS. By r…
View article: Association of peripartum management and high maternal blood loss at cesarean delivery for placenta accreta spectrum (PAS): A multinational database study
Association of peripartum management and high maternal blood loss at cesarean delivery for placenta accreta spectrum (PAS): A multinational database study Open
Introduction Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) carries a high burden of adverse maternal outcomes, especially significant blood loss, which can be life‐threatening. Different management strategies have been proposed but the association of cl…
View article: Mediterranean Diet for the Prevention of Gestational Diabetes in the Covid-19 Era: Implications of Il-6 In Diabesity
Mediterranean Diet for the Prevention of Gestational Diabetes in the Covid-19 Era: Implications of Il-6 In Diabesity Open
The aim of this review is to highlight the influence of the Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) on Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and Gestational Weight Gain (GWG) during the COVID-19 pandemic era and the specific role of interleukin (IL)-6 …
View article: Recurrent Cesarean scar pregnancy: case series and literature review
Recurrent Cesarean scar pregnancy: case series and literature review Open
Objectives To determine the rate of recurrent Cesarean scar pregnancy (CSP) in our clinical practices and to evaluate whether the mode of treatment of a CSP is associated with the risk of recurrent CSP, as well as to review the published l…
View article: Outcome of cesarean scar pregnancy according to gestational age at diagnosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Outcome of cesarean scar pregnancy according to gestational age at diagnosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Early first trimester diagnosis of CSP is associated with a significantly lower risk of maternal complications, thus supporting a policy of universal screening for these anomalies in women with a prior cesarean delivery although the cost-e…
View article: <p>Placenta Accreta Spectrum Disorders: Challenges, Risks, and Management Strategies</p>
Placenta Accreta Spectrum Disorders: Challenges, Risks, and Management Strategies Open
The worldwide incidence of placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) is rapidly increasing, following the trend of rising cesarean delivery. PAS is an heterogeneous condition associated with a high maternal morbidity and mortality rate, presenting u…
View article: Risk factors associated with adverse fetal outcomes in pregnancies affected by Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19): a secondary analysis of the WAPM study on COVID-19
Risk factors associated with adverse fetal outcomes in pregnancies affected by Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19): a secondary analysis of the WAPM study on COVID-19 Open
Objectives To evaluate the strength of association between maternal and pregnancy characteristics and the risk of adverse perinatal outcomes in pregnancies with laboratory confirmed COVID-19. Methods Secondary analysis of a multinational, …
View article: Reproductive outcome after cesarean scar pregnancy: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Reproductive outcome after cesarean scar pregnancy: A systematic review and meta‐analysis Open
Introduction To evaluate subsequent reproductive among women with a prior cesarean scar pregnancy (CSP). Material and methods MEDLINE, Embase and ClinicalTrials.gov databases were searched. Inclusion criteria were women with a prior CSP, d…
View article: Evidence-based guidelines for the management of abnormally invasive placenta: recommendations from the International Society for Abnormally Invasive Placenta
Evidence-based guidelines for the management of abnormally invasive placenta: recommendations from the International Society for Abnormally Invasive Placenta Open