Publications by authors named "Adel M Abdalla"

Cesarean sections are the most common operations in the United States and one of the most common worldwide. Using the lowest possible dose of anesthetic that provides painless delivery with the lowest adverse events is a major concern. We investigated the efficacy and safety of combined ropivacaine and sufentanil by pooling data from relevant studies.

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  • The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of warm compresses in maintaining perineal integrity for women who had vaginal deliveries with a single baby in the head-down position.
  • Researchers performed a meta-analysis of 13 controlled trials involving 3,947 participants, comparing the outcomes of women who used warm compresses during delivery versus those who did not.
  • Results indicated that women who used warm compresses experienced significantly less perineal trauma, fewer episiotomies, and lower pain levels, suggesting that warm compresses can improve comfort during and after vaginal delivery.
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