MVA: an alternate method for uterine evacuation
Introduction Early pregnancy loss (miscarriage) occurs in about 10-20% of clinically recognised pregnancies and accounts for more than 50,000 inpatient...
Read MoreObstetric ultrasound and biophysical scoring
One of the major challenges that obstetricians encounter during the management of high risk pregnancy is prematurity of the foetus...
Read MoreMammoplasty and breast health
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="350" caption="Fotolia.com © Forgiss"][/caption]Mammoplasty refers to reconstruction of the mammary gland (breasts). Reconstruction is necessary following surgery...
Read MoreDiagnosing ROM – an obstetric challenge
Introduction Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) is a significant complicating factor in contemporary obstetric practice. The amniotic membrane protects the...
Read MoreWomen who screen positive for HPV: Addressing the STI stigma
Human Papilloma Virus is a common double stranded DNA virus affecting both men and women. There are over 100 different...
Read MoreWomen’s and care providers’ perspectives of quality prenatal care: A qualitative descriptive study
Background Prenatal care has become one of the most widely used preventive healthcare services in developed countries.1,2 Broadly defined, it...
Read MoreFoetal fibronectin screening
Foetal fibronectin (fFN) testing is a leading test to predict preterm birth, and has been available for many years. It...
Read MoreThe history, use and gynaecological aspects of menstrual containment devices
1. History and need The subject of menstruation is replete with folklore and superstition. In ancient and primitive medicine, menstruation...
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