OB/GYN Clinical Alert – December 1, 2011
December 1, 2011
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VTE Prophylaxis in Gynecologic Surgery: Quo Vadis?
The objective of this study was to estimate the use of vte prophylaxis in women undergoing major gynecologic surgery and to estimate the patient, physician, and hospital characteristics associated with their use. -
Oligohydramnios: A Reason to Deliver?
In an otherwise normal preterm pregnancy, is oligohydramnios a reason to deliver? This question has popped up repeatedly, and an article in the September issue of the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology addressed this conundrum. -
Which Is Better: Open, Laparoscopic, or Robotic? How Meaningful Is This Question?
The author informs us that the winner of the 2010 Tour de France was Alberto Contador, riding a Specialized SL3 racing bike. The U.S. rider Chris Horner finished 12 minutes behind riding a Trek, Madone. The best rookie finisher, Daniel Loyd, rode a Cervelo S3, and finished more than 4 hours behind the leaders. -
Special Feature: Do We Have a Problem? Obesity and Contraception
As U.S. waistlines continue to grow, so does the concern regarding obesity's effects on health and health care. -
Pharmacology Watch: HPV Vaccine Now Recommended for Males
In this issue: New recommendations for HPV vaccine; guidelines for treatment of essential tremor; updates on smoking cessation drugs; and FDA actions. -
Clinical Briefs in Primary Care supplement