Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics

Volume 10, Issue 6, November 2022

  • Urinary Tract Infection and Antibiotic Resistance in Pregnant Women: A Single-Center Cross-Sectional Study

    Maria Tasneem, Sadia Shoukat, Tehreem Zahid, Jahooran Mariyah Bibi Goolamnobee, Nabila Salman

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 6, November 2022
    Pages: 236-242
    Received: 27 June 2022
    Accepted: 6 August 2022
    Published: 10 November 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221006.11
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    Abstract: Urinary tract infections are one of the most prevalent infectious diseases which frequently reoccur and are difficult to eradicate. OBJECTIVE: To determine the frequency of the most common gram-positive and gram-negative organisms causing urinary tract infections, as well as their sensitivity/resistance to various antibiotics in pregnant women. Met... Show More
  • Nonspecific Lesions in Patients with Chronic Vulvar Discomfort Revealed Vulvodynia as Chronic Reflex Pain Syndrome (CRPS) Type I

    Vesna Harni, Damir Babic, Suzana Ljubojevic-Hadzavdic, Dubravko Barisic

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 6, November 2022
    Pages: 243-252
    Received: 16 October 2022
    Accepted: 3 November 2022
    Published: 10 November 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221006.12
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    Abstract: This study aimed to investigate the presence, type, and arrangement of nonspecific lesions considering the different histologies of the three vulvar rings in women with chronic vulvar discomfort to obtain reference data for the diagnostic procedure and a better understanding of women with chronic vulvar distress. The distribution of nonspecific les... Show More
  • Giant Vulvar Lipoma: A Case Report and Literature Review

    Mengru Zhao, Ying Cao, Yao Chen, Yun Yang, Mengyue Chen, Huimin Tang, Junling Liu, Weiwei Wei, Tingwei Xing, Ruxia Shi, Bairong Xia, Jiming Chen

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 6, November 2022
    Pages: 253-256
    Received: 31 October 2022
    Accepted: 23 November 2022
    Published: 8 December 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221006.13
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    Abstract: Lipoma is the common benign soft tissue tumors. However, to date, few reports of vulvar lipomas have been reported. This article reports a rarer and relatively large type of vulvar lipoma. Below is the case of a 32-year-old woman who has a huge right vulvar lump. She was admitted to the hospital because she touched a growing lump on the right side ... Show More
  • The Correlation Between Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Patient’s Characteristics, Attitude and Knowledge to Antenatal Physical Exercise

    Ogbutor Udoji Godsday, Omorode V, Ephraim Chukwuemeka, Nkemakonam Ezeonu, Ezunu Emmanuel, Nwabueze Odegua Zuwaira

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 6, November 2022
    Pages: 257-263
    Received: 31 October 2022
    Accepted: 15 November 2022
    Published: 8 December 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221006.14
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    Abstract: Background: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is currently emerging as a major global health concern for pregnant women. Considerably, knowledge has been gained regarding the diagnosis, implications, and management with improved outcomes for the mother and fetus. Scientific evidence support ante-natal regular participation in physical exercise as... Show More
  • Experiences of Non-Medically Indicated Abortions Among Educated Nigerians

    Sa’adatu Talatu Sule, Boubacar Dieng, Shedrack Anekwe

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 6, November 2022
    Pages: 264-269
    Received: 16 November 2022
    Accepted: 1 December 2022
    Published: 15 December 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221006.15
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    Abstract: Termination of pregnancy for non-medical indications is one of outcomes of unwanted pregnancy. Majority of unwanted pregnancies can be prevented using effective modern contraceptives, however, the uptake of these contraceptives is low in Nigeria. This study was carried out to assess the prevalence of abortions among Nigerians with a view to plannin... Show More
  • Pregnancy and Adolescence: Problem and Outcome at the University Hospital Center of Brazzaville (Republic of Congo)

    Potokoue Mpia Nuelly Samantha Bialay, Buambo Gauthier Regis Jostin, Itoua Nadine, Mokoko Jules Cesar, Itoua Clautaire, Iloki Léon Herve

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 6, November 2022
    Pages: 270-274
    Received: 27 November 2022
    Accepted: 14 December 2022
    Published: 29 December 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221006.16
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    Abstract: Introduction: adolescence is a period of physical, psychological, and social maturation that extends between childhood and adulthood (10 to 19 years). The occurrence of teenage pregnancy is a high-risk situation about the complications associated with its outcome, the psychological and socioeconomic vulnerability of adolescents, and their anatomica... Show More
  • A Diaphragmatic Rupture Due to Endometriosis and Iatrogenic Origin

    Randrianambinina Fanomezantsoa, Jonatana Arthur Daniel, Le Pimpec Barthes Françoise, Rakotovao Hanitrala Jean Louis

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 6, November 2022
    Pages: 275-278
    Received: 21 November 2022
    Accepted: 9 December 2022
    Published: 29 December 2022
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jgo.20221006.17
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    Abstract: Introduction: A diaphragmatic rupture may have traumatic origin but may also have other causes such as endometriosis or iatrogenic origin. We report a rare case of right diaphragmatic rupture in a woman with thoracic and abdominal endometriosis that was treated surgically on the diaphragm. Observation: She was a 39-year-old woman diagnosed with tho... Show More