Management of Nephrotic Syndrome in the Pregnant Patient.

Objective: To present a case series of pregnant women with nephrotic syndrome, describe maternal and fetal outcomes, and propose treatment strategies.

Study Design: A retrospective cohort case review of 11 pregnant women with nephrotic syndrome was performed over 2 years. Treatment regimens and trends were recorded.

A true cornual (interstitial) pregnancy resulting in a viable fetus.

Background: Interstitial ectopic pregnancies are known for their dangerous implantation location and high risk of rupture.

Case: We report an interstitial pregnancy that was not ruptured at the time of cesarean delivery. Hysterectomy was not necessary and a viable fetus was delivered with a neonatal intensive care unit stay compatible to any neonate of his gestational age.

Hyperemesis gravidarum and fetal outcome.

Background: Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is reported in 0.5-2% of all pregnancies. The purpose of this research was to evaluate the relationship of maternal HG, neonatal birth weight, and birth outcomes.

The pattern of change in the lecithin/sphingomyelin ratio in patients with preterm premature rupture of membranes between 24 and 34 weeks' gestation.

Objective: To report the pattern of change in the lecithin/sphingomyelin (L/S) ratio in patients with preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM) between 24 and 34 weeks' gestation.

Study Design: L/S was determined prospectively using transvaginally and transabdominally collected amniotic fluid from patients with PPROM between 24 and 34 weeks' gestation. Samples were collected prospectively on admission and every 48 to 96 hours until L/S was > or =2.