Data on life sciences detailed by D.A. Guinn and co-authors
2008 JAN 17 -- "Sepsis is a leading cause of death in pregnancy and results in significant perinatal mortality. These deaths occur despite the younger age of pregnant patients, the low rate of comorbid conditions and the potential for effective interventions that should result in rapid resolution of illness," researchers in the United States report. "To date, no ''evidence-based'' recommendations are specific to the pregnant patient who is critically ill or septic. Optimal care for the septic patient requires a multidisciplinary team with expertise in obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine, critical care, infectious disease, anesthesia, and pharmacy. Coordination of care and good communication amongst team members is essential," wrote D.A. Guinn and colleagues. The researchers concluded: "Incorporation of early goal directed therapy for suspected sepsis into obstetric practice is needed to optimize maternal and neonatal outcomes." Guinn and colleagues published their study in Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America (Early goal directed therapy for sepsis during pregnancy. Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America, 2007;34(3):459+). For additional information, contact D.A. Guinn, NW Perinatal Center, 9701 SW Barnes Rd., Suite 299, Portland, OR 97225, USA. Publisher contact information for the journal Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America is: W B Saunders Co-Elsevier Inc., 1600 John F Kennedy Boulevard, Ste. 1800, Philadelphia, PA 19103-2899, USA. Keywords: United States, Portland, Life Sciences, Septicemia, Sepsis, Bloodstream Infection, Gynecology, Treatment, Therapy, Ecology. This article was prepared by Blood Weekly editors from staff and other reports. Copyright 2008, Blood Weekly via NewsRx.com.
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