ACOG: Asthma in Pregnancy
Article Link ABSTRACT Asthma affects up to 10% of pregnancies and confers risk to both mother and child. Adverse maternal outcomes associated with asthma include preeclampsia, preterm labor, and increased…
ACOG: Association Between Breastfeeding and Long-Term Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Article Link OBJECTIVE: To estimate whether breastfeeding is associated with the estimated risk of long-term atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and whether this association varies with prior gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)….
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ACOG: Cervical Ripening in Pregnancy
ACOG Clinical Practice Guideline No. 9 Article Link Abstract PURPOSE: The purpose of this document is to review current methods for cervical ripening and to summarize the effectiveness of these…
O&G Open: Persistence of Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Adverse Maternal and Birth Outcomes Among Physicians
Article Link OBJECTIVE: To evaluate whether racial disparities persisted among physicians giving birth, to equalize individual sociodemographic factors. METHODS: Singleton live births among California physicians between 2012 and 2019 were…
JAMA: Screening for Intimate Partner Violence and Caregiver Abuse of Older or Vulnerable AdultsUS Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement
Article Link Abstract Importance Intimate partner violence (IPV) affects millions of US residents across the lifespan and is often unrecognized. Abuse of older or vulnerable adults by a caregiver or someone…
ACOG: Temporal Trends in Obstetric Care Availability Among U.S. Hospitals by Region and Hospital Setting
Article Link ABSTRACT In this serial cross-sectional study of more than 4,500 hospitals identified in the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project National Inpatient Sample,…
ACOG: Postpartum Hemorrhage in Patients With a Low-Lying Placenta
A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Article Link ABSTRACT: OBJECTIVE: We hypothesized that a second- or third-trimester diagnosis of low-lying placenta imparts underappreciated risk for postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) and placenta accreta…
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ACOG: Intrapartum Doula Support and Cesarean Delivery Rates – A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Article Link ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To estimate the association between doula support and cesarean delivery compared with standard of care. DATA SOURCES: We conducted a systematic review of randomized controlled trials…
JAMA: Pregnancy-Related Deaths in the US, 2018-2022
Article Link Abstract Importance The US has the highest rate of preganncy-related death among high-income countries, and disparities continue to widen despite many of these deaths being largely preventable. Objective To examine…
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Pregnancy: Food is medicine for pregnant women: A missed opportunity in maternal and child health
Article Link INTRODUCTION 1 NUTRITION IN PREGNANCY To maintain a healthy pregnancy, a balanced and nourishing dietary pattern is essential for expectant mothers. This practice supports the mother’s health and…
O&G Open: Black Birthing People’s Perspectives on Racial Concordance With Obstetricians and Midwives
Article Link OBJECTIVE: To explore Black birthing people’s perspectives on racial concordance with obstetricians and midwives and understand how their lived experiences with racism, discrimination, and contextualized stress influence those…
MFM: Prediction of spontaneous preterm birth in women with previous full dilatation cesarean delivery
Article Link Abstract BACKGROUND A previous term (≥37 weeks’ gestation), full-dilatation cesarean delivery is associated with an increased risk for a subsequent spontaneous preterm birth. The mechanism is unknown. We…
Pregnancy: Implementation of a statewide bundle on obstetric hemorrhage in New York
Article Link Abstract Introduction Obstetric hemorrhage is one of the leading causes of maternal death and also one of the most preventable. In 2017, a New York statewide initiative led…
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MFM: Postpartum Care in the Neonatal intensive Care Unit (PeliCaN) – a Randomized Controlled Trial
Article Link Abstract Background: Postpartum parents of hospitalized infants in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) have higher rates of chronic disease and pregnancy complications than parents of well newborns. NICU parents…
AAP: Atopic Dermatitis: Update on Skin-Directed Management: Clinical Report
Article Link Introduction Atopic dermatitis affects 20% to 25% of children and has significant impact on quality of life of patients and families. Recent studies of the pathogenesis of AD…
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AAP: Rural-Urban Disparities in Mortality Among US-Born Preterm Infants
Article Link BACKGROUND US infant mortality rate (IMR), defined as deaths under 1 year of age per 1000 live births, is higher among rural infants than their urban counterparts. Although much…
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AAP: Disproportionate Enforcement of a Hospital’s Safe Sleep Policy for Racial and Ethnic Minority Families
Article Link OBJECTIVE We aimed to evaluate the enforcement of a staff-initiated children’s hospital safe sleep policy for evidence of systemic racism. PATIENTS AND METHODS Retrospective medical record review of…
AJOG: Preconception and first trimester metformin on pregnancy outcomes in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Article Link Abstract Objective: To explore the effects of preconception and first trimester metformin use on pregnancy outcomes in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Data sources: MEDLINE, Embase and the Cochrane…
Pregnancy: Cost-effectiveness of interventions for screening and management of sickle cell disease during pregnancy: A systematic review
Article Link Abstract Background Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a widespread inherited condition that has increased in global prevalence by 41% since 2000. Despite advancements in understanding the pathophysiology and…
Pregnancy: Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Special Statement: Quality metrics for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy—patient education and transition to primary care
Article Link Abstract Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy are common contributors to pregnancy morbidity and mortality in the United States. They are increasingly recognized as risk factors for later-in-life cardiovascular disease,…
MFM: Maternal blood lipoprotein cholesterol prior to and at the time of diagnosis of preeclampsia: a systematic review
Article Link Abstract OBJECTIVE Wide-spread endothelial dysfunction is thought to underlie the maternal symptoms of preeclampsia. Endothelial dysfunction is strongly associated with abnormal circulating lipoprotein cholesterol levels. This systematic review…
MFM: Nitroglycerine for retained placenta: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Article Link Abstract Objective To evaluate the effect of nitroglycerine on placenta delivery after retained placenta. Design Systematic review with meta-analysis. Data Sources MEDLINE, PROSPERO, Scopus, ClinicalTrials.gov, EMBASE, Sciencedirect, the…
MFM: Maternal and neonatal outcomes after delayed vs early cord clamping at cesarean delivery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Article Link Abstract OBJECTIVE This study aimed to systematically review maternal and neonatal outcomes after delayed cord clamping compared with early cord clamping at the time of cesarean delivery. DATA…
Pregnancy: Increasing number of cervical examinations in term labor does not increase the risk of maternal intrapartum fever
Article Link Abstract Introduction Intrapartum fever, a significant cause of maternal and neonatal morbidity, often arises from ascending infections into the uterus. Digital cervical examinations may facilitate the introduction of…
AJOG: Maternal body mass index, maneuvers, and neonatal morbidity associated with shoulder dystocia
Article Link Abstract Background Shoulder dystocia is associated with neonatal morbidity. Higher maternal prepregnancy body mass index is an established risk factor for shoulder dystocia, yet the relationship between maternal…
JOGNN: Effect of TeamBirth on Patient Trust and Autonomy During Childbirth in Oklahoma
Article Link Abstract Objective To examine the effect of experiencing a TeamBirth huddle during labor on patient trust and autonomy in decision-making during childbirth in Oklahoma. Design A cross-sectional survey…
JAMA: Trends and Disparities in Maternal Self-Reported Mental and Physical Health
Article Link Abstract Importance While rising maternal morbidity and mortality have been well documented in the US, national data on general maternal physical and mental health beyond the perinatal period are…
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ACOG: Increasing the Use of Low-Dose Aspirin for Preeclampsia Prevention Through Universal Implementation
Article Link Abstract INTRODUCTION: The aim of this study is to increase the prescription of low-dose aspirin (LDA) for prevention of preeclampsia. Low use rates, less than 25–50% of eligible…
ACOG: Personal Care Product Use Is Associated With Elevated Phthalate Levels During Pregnancy in the Atlanta African American Maternal Child Cohort
Article Link Abstract INTRODUCTION: Personal care products (PCPs) contain phthalates, a class of endocrine-disrupting chemicals that have been linked to an increased risk of preterm birth. Few studies have evaluated…
JOGNN: Where Are All the Black Midwives?
Article Link Introduction Journal articles, newspaper headlines, editorials, and thought pieces have been published about the Black maternal health crisis in the United States. The statement “Black women are three…