Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics

Volume 8, Issue 6, November 2020

  • Outcome of Pregnancies Among Sickle Cell Patients Admitted to Cotonou University Hospitals (Benin) from 2008 to 2018

    Dangbemey Djima Patrice, Tognifode Veronique, Azonbakin Simon, Tchiakpe-Enialoko Nicole, Aboubakar Moufalilou, Ogoudjobi Mathieu, Lokossou Symphorose, Nzikou Venance, Tshabu-Aguemon Christiane, Hounkpatin Benjamin, Tonato-Bagnan Josiane, Denakpo Lewis

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, November 2020
    Pages: 154-160
    Received: 4 September 2020
    Accepted: 21 September 2020
    Published: 30 October 2020
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    Abstract: Objective: Study the fetal-maternal and neonantal prognosis of sickle cell pregnancies managed in Cotonou’s hospitals (R. Benin). Material and methods: This is a descriptive study on retrospective data from January 2008 to December 2018. The maternities of the Lagoon Mother and Child Hospital and University (CHU-MEL) center and of the CNHU/HKM gyne... Show More
  • Obesity and Endometrial Cancer: Increase in Frequency over a Period of 44 Years

    Alfonso Torres Lobaton, Rosalva Barra Martinez, Elisa Paola Jimenez Arroyo, Juan Carlos Oliva Posada, Carla America Suarez Juarez, Fred Morgan Ortiz

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, November 2020
    Pages: 161-165
    Received: 7 October 2020
    Accepted: 19 October 2020
    Published: 30 October 2020
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    Abstract: To draw attention to the increase in the frequency of endometrial cancer (CE) in recent decades and its association with overweight and obesity in a highly specialized institution. Retrospective study of patients with EC treated in the Oncology Service (OS) General Hospital of Mexico (GHM), in the years 2000 to 2017, obtaining information related t... Show More
  • Clinical Presentation of Patients Admitted with Retained Placenta: Study in Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh

    Jesika Rizvi Tamanna, Nahid Sultana, Joynab Akhter, Fakhria Alam, Farhana Dewan

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, November 2020
    Pages: 166-173
    Received: 8 July 2020
    Accepted: 26 October 2020
    Published: 4 November 2020
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    Abstract: Introduction: Retained placenta is one of the causes of postpartum haemorrhage in Bangladesh as it is worldwide and a common problem faced by the department of obstetrics. Objective: To determine the clinical presentation of patients admitted with retained placenta at the Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Material & Methods: This w... Show More
  • Restriction of Episiotomy: Obstetrical Indications and Perineal Prognosis in Two Maternity Wards in Brazzaville (Republic of Congo)

    Buambo Gauthier Regis Jostin, Ele Elenga Varel Pirnet, Potokoue Mpia Samantha Nuelly, Mokoko Jules Cesar, Itoua Clautaire, Iloki Leon Herve

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, November 2020
    Pages: 174-178
    Received: 18 October 2020
    Accepted: 28 October 2020
    Published: 9 November 2020
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    Abstract: Objective: In December 2018, new recommendations from the National College of French Obstetrician Gynaecologists restricted obstetric indications for episiotomy to only instrumental delivery, to avoid the occurrence of obstetric lesions of the anus sphincter. In our maternity wards, episiotomy is still performed liberally in the face of high-risk p... Show More
  • The Impact of Iron and Folate Adherence on the Prevalence of Anaemia in Pregnant Nigerian Women

    Akinola Oyekemi Ifeoluwapo, Uwaibi Noel, Nwagu Marcellinus Uchechukwu, Ohenhen Victor, Egbo Ojevwe Harrison, Erhabor Osarenokemen Julie, Omozuwa Eghosasere Sunday, Omokhua Gabriella, Adeyemi Oluwafemi

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, November 2020
    Pages: 179-185
    Received: 27 October 2020
    Accepted: 5 November 2020
    Published: 11 November 2020
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    Abstract: Introduction: The impact of adherence to taking prescribed medications for chronic illnesses has been widely studied with a view to understanding its role on disease burden. This has been extrapolated to the physiologic pregnancy state, where women are expected to take haematinics due to their susceptibility to anaemia. The prevalence of anaemia in... Show More
  • Abdominal Wall Endometriosis: Purpose of a Case and Review of Literature

    Sonia Oliva, Daniel Correa López, Brayan Molano

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, November 2020
    Pages: 186-190
    Received: 6 October 2020
    Accepted: 29 October 2020
    Published: 16 November 2020
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    Abstract: Endometriosis of the abdominal wall is defined as the presence of superficial ectopic endometrial tissue to the parietal peritoneum, whose origin may be associated with previous gynecological surgical procedures. Its prevalence is low, around 0.03%, being the first isolated case in our institution, its report and bibliographic review was necessary.... Show More
  • An Ovarian Steroid Cell Tumor with High Levels of CA-125 in Sanglah General Hospital: A Rare Case Report

    David Eriandi Ginting, Putu Doster Mahayasa

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, November 2020
    Pages: 191-194
    Received: 5 November 2020
    Accepted: 17 November 2020
    Published: 24 November 2020
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    Abstract: Background: Ovarian steroid cell tumors are rare tumors of the ovary characterized by steroid cell proliferation. These sex-hormone secreting tumors raise many differential diagnoses related to hyperandrogenism. Although most of these tumors are benign and slow-growing, approximately 25 – 43% of cases are clinically malignant. Case: We herein repor... Show More
  • Consensus on Management of Dermatophytosis and Vulvovaginal Infections in Non- Pregnant and Pregnant Females

    Sanjiv Kandhari, Piyush Prabhat, Madhu Rengarajan, Sunil Dogra, Chitra Nayak, Dibyendu Banerjee, Jayashree Sridhar, Mukesh Patil, Neena Singh, Pondicherry Gopinath, Ratna Talukdar, Vishalakshi Viswanath

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, November 2020
    Pages: 195-210
    Received: 11 November 2020
    Accepted: 25 November 2020
    Published: 16 December 2020
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    Abstract: There has been an increasing prevalence of dermatophytosis among the females in India, over the last 5-6 years. Similarly an increase in the occurrence of vulvovaginal infections has also been observed. The recommendations from existing guidelines do not focus on these infections in females and provide optimal outcomes in real world setting. Hence,... Show More
  • Uterine Torsion Diagnosed at the Time of Laparotomy for a Planned Cesarean Section at Term

    Ninni Filippo, Guiggi Ilaria, Landucci Edi, Masoni Stefano, Tosi Veronica, Abate Sergio

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 6, November 2020
    Pages: 211-213
    Received: 7 October 2020
    Accepted: 26 October 2020
    Published: 31 December 2020
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    Abstract: Background: Uterine torsion is defined as the rotation of the uterus more than 45 degrees around its long axis. The angle of rotation is usually 180 degrees, although, in the literature, there are reported cases of uterine torsion up to 720 degrees. This is a rare complication of pregnancy but associated with significant mortality and morbidity. Et... Show More