Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics

Volume 10, Issue 4, July 2022

  • Air Embolism: A Severe Complication of Hysteroscopic Surgery

    Mengyue Chen, Mengru Zhao, Yun Yang, Huimin Tang, Zhenyue Qin, Junling Liu, Huihui Wang, Mingyue Bao, Jiming Chen, Bairong Xia

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, July 2022
    Pages: 171-175
    Received: 25 May 2022
    Accepted: 3 July 2022
    Published: 13 July 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221004.11
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    Abstract: Air embolism is one of the complications of hysteroscopy. When air enters the circulatory system to block blood vessels, it will lead to embolism, and even endanger the life of patients in serious cases. The prognosis of patients can be significantly improved through the rapid diagnosis and timely treatment of air embolism. Since most air embolism ... Show More
  • Post Caesarean Uterine Scar Dehiscence: A Case Report and a Short Review of Literature

    Gunjan Bahuguna, Naheeda Shaikh, Ashok Anand, Pratyasha Swain, Rajashree Thatikonda

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, July 2022
    Pages: 176-182
    Received: 1 June 2022
    Accepted: 4 July 2022
    Published: 13 July 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221004.12
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    Abstract: There has been a rise in lower segment caesarean sections in modern obstetrics with the prevalence being 21.5% in India according to NFHS-5. With the rise in LSCS, there has been also been a rise in risks and complications associated with it. We are going to discuss one such complication of infected uterine incisional necrosis and dehiscence after ... Show More
  • From Incurable to Preventable, the Success Story of Cancer of the Uterine Cervix

    Ismail Kazem

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, July 2022
    Pages: 183-185
    Received: 5 July 2022
    Accepted: 20 July 2022
    Published: 28 July 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221004.13
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    Abstract: Background: Until late 19th century, cancer of the uterine cervix was deemed incurable due to lack of effective treatment. With the introduction of anesthesia and disinfection surgical management was dared. Around 1895 Professor Wertheim of Vienna, introduced his technique of radical hysterectomy. Around that time X-rays was discovered in 1895 and ... Show More
  • Low Maternal 25(OH)D (Vitamin D) Serum Levels as a Risk Factor for Preterm Labor

    David Eriandi Ginting, Anak Agung Gede Putra Wiradnyana, Ketut Suwiyoga

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, July 2022
    Pages: 186-189
    Received: 18 June 2022
    Accepted: 20 July 2022
    Published: 29 July 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221004.14
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    Abstract: Preterm birth is the biggest cause of mortality in children under 5 years old in the world. The main causes of preterm birth are inflammation and intrauterine infection. Vitamin D plays a role in preventing preterm birth by reducing the oxidative stress of tissues that causes an inflammatory reaction. The purpose of this study is to determine that ... Show More
  • A Seven Year Review of the Management of Abortion Cases in Kogi State Specialist Hospital, Lokoja, Nigeria

    Dorcas Salime Onuminya

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, July 2022
    Pages: 190-195
    Received: 11 July 2022
    Accepted: 25 July 2022
    Published: 29 July 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221004.15
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    Abstract: Despite restrictive abortion law in Nigeria, unsafe abortion for unintended pregnancies is on the increase and remains a serious concern to the health of women. The aim of this review is to highlight the management outcome of abortion cases in a tertiary health facility in a developing nation. The study was a retrospective review of demographic cha... Show More
  • Molecular Diagnosis of Toxoplasma Gondii in Fetoplacental Tissue of Women with Miscarriage and Assessment of Risk Factors for Toxoplasmosis

    Tamanna Ferdous Reza, Shahanara Chowdhury, Nasreen Banu, Abu Mohammad Abdul Momen Zonaed Siddiki

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, July 2022
    Pages: 196-202
    Received: 14 July 2022
    Accepted: 26 July 2022
    Published: 4 August 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221004.16
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    Abstract: Congenital toxoplasmosis is an important cause of miscarriage worldwide. There is high seropositivity of T. gondii among pregnant women in Bangladesh. The aims of the study were to estimate the presence of T. gondii in fetoplacental tissue among women with miscarriage and assess risk factors for toxoplasma infection in pregnant women. This cross-se... Show More
  • Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy for the Large Uterus Using the LigaSure

    Gamal Hassan Eltabbakh, Samantha Gregoire, Georgia Danine Eltabbakh

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, July 2022
    Pages: 203-210
    Received: 16 July 2022
    Accepted: 1 August 2022
    Published: 10 August 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221004.17
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    Abstract: Objective: To compare the outcome of patients with uteri > 250 gm who had minimally invasive hysterectomy (MIH) to those who had abdominal hysterectomy (AH) using the LigaSure, stratify complications based on the uterine weight and report follow-up of patients who had vaginal morcellation. Study Design: A retrospective cohort study comparing patien... Show More
  • Venous Trhomboembolic Diseases in Gestants Followed at the Centre Médical Diamant in Lubumbashi: Analysis of Diagnosis and Therapeutic Elements

    Mubinda Kiopin Patrick, Augustin Kibonge Mukakala, Iteke Fefe Rivain, Shaddy Mahfoud, Muanda Panzu Patrick, Mwape Besa Baltfazar, Prosper Kalenga Muenze

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 4, July 2022
    Pages: 211-216
    Received: 1 February 2022
    Accepted: 16 March 2022
    Published: 24 August 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221004.18
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    Abstract: Pregnancy is one of the main risk factors for the development of venous thromboembolic disease (VTED). The objective of this work was to analyze the diagnostic and therapeutic elements of venous thrombosis in pregnant women followed at the Centre médical Diamant in Lubumbashi (CMDL). This is a descriptive cross-sectional study over a period of 27 m... Show More