Management of hyponatraemia in pre-eclampsia with severe features.

Pre-eclampsia is a common pregnancy complication with many associated maternal and fetal risks, yet its pathophysiology remains poorly understood. Hyponatraemia is a rarely described finding in pre-eclampsia that has been associated with both maternal and fetal complications and medically indicated delivery. We present a case of hyponatraemia in a patient admitted for induction of labour for gestational hypertension, which developed into pre-eclampsia with severe features requiring magnesium sulfate therapy for seizure prophylaxis.

Management of Bilateral Ectopic Pregnancies after Ovulation Induction Using Unilateral Salpingectomy and Methotrexate for the Remaining Ectopic with Subsequent Intrauterine Pregnancy.

Bilateral ectopic pregnancy is a rare phenomenon which is found with increased frequency when using assisted reproductive technology (ART). This diagnosis is most often made incidentally and intraoperatively, as ultrasound and serial -hCG trends have shown poor efficacy for accurate diagnosis. Management of bilateral ectopic pregnancies is most commonly reported using bilateral surgical removal of the ectopic pregnancy (salpingostomy and/or salpingectomy).

Testing the Feasibility of Remote Patient Monitoring in Prenatal Care Using a Mobile App and Connected Devices: A Prospective Observational Trial.

Background: Excessive weight gain and elevated blood pressure are significant risk factors for adverse pregnancy outcomes such as gestational diabetes, premature birth, and preeclampsia. More effective strategies to facilitate adherence to gestational weight gain goals and monitor blood pressure may have a positive health benefit for pregnant women and their babies. The impact of utilizing a remote patient monitoring system to monitor blood pressure and weight gain as a component of prenatal care has not been previously assessed.

Objective Structured Assessment of Technical Skills to Teach and Study Retention of Fourth-Degree Laceration Repair Skills.

Background: Fourth-degree perineal lacerations are a serious but infrequent complication of childbirth.

Objective: We studied the long-term effect of an educational workshop on the knowledge and ability of obstetrics and gynecology residents to repair fourth-degree lacerations.

Methods: We assessed obstetrics and gynecology residents' baseline knowledge and skill of fourth-degree laceration repair by using a written examination and the Objective Structured Assessment of Technical Skills (OSATS).

The efficacy of laparoscopic surgical treatment of ovarian remnant and ovarian retention syndromes.

Study Objective: To evaluate the degree of pain relief provided by laparoscopic surgical treatment of ovarian remnant and ovarian retention syndromes.

Design: Retrospective analysis (Canadian Task Force classification II-2).

Setting: Academic hospital and affiliated outpatient offices.