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Obstetrics
Studies add new findings to obstetrics body of knowledge
August 18th, 2005
New findings from the United States and United Kingdom describe advances in obstetrics. Study 1: Antepartum surgery is indicated for malignant adnexal masses. A recent studied carried out by K.M. Schmeler and coworkers, Women's & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island, set out to "estimate whether delaying surgery impacts the risk of adverse maternal and fetal outcomes in patients diagnosed with an adnexal mass during pregnancy. They reviewed pregnant patients diagnosed with an adnexal mass 5 cm or greater in diameter." "Data collected included age, gravity/parity, gestational age at diagnosis, and presenting symptoms. Ultrasound...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-08-18)
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