International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2016 Results from this study showed that among the 132 patients in the study group and 72 patients in the control group, no convulsions recurred in either group after the completion of treatment. Twelve…
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Community perceptions of pre-eclampsia in rural Karnataka State, India: a quality study
Reproductive Health, 2016 Study findings showed that pre-eclampsia and eclampsia are not known as serious complications of pregnancy. Instead, hypertension and seizures are perceived as conditions that may occur during or outside pregnancy. This underscores the need to improve community…
Maternal outcomes after 12 hours and 24 hours of magnesium sulfate therapy for eclampsia
International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 2016 Results showed that 12 hours of MgSO4 therapy was effective in preventing recurrent convulsions among women with eclampsia. The lower dose led to shorter durations of monitoring and catheterization, and shorter hospital stays.
Halving maternal and newborn deaths in health facilities in nine countries
By Karen Kirk and Charlotte Warren Last week, nine countries joined the new Network for Improving Quality of Care for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health. The Network is a product of the WHO’s “Standards for Improving Quality of Maternal and…
