[Group B streptococcus colonization during pregnancy and prevention of early onset of disease].

Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is the most frequent cause of early onset of neonatal sepsis. Case-fatality rate is 6-20% for newborns. Neurological sequel occurs in 30% of survivors.

Prospective evaluation of the learning curve of laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy in a university hospital.

Study Objective: To prospectively analyze the learning curve of laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH) in a surgical team and evaluate if length of surgery can be reduced safely.

Design: Prospective observational study (Canadian Task Force classification II-2).

Setting: Department of obstetrics and gynecology in a university-affiliated hospital.

[Nine cases of HELLP syndrome (hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes and low platelets].

HELLP syndrome (Hemolysis, Elevated Liver Enzymes and Low Platelets) was described by Weinstein in 1982. It has a high maternal and perinatal morbi-mortality rate. We undertook this study to evaluate perinatal outcome in patients with HELLP syndrome.