Is there value for serial ultrasonographic assessment of cervical lengths after a cerclage?

Objective: The objective of the study was to determine the value of serial ultrasonographic cervical length (CL) measurements after cerclage to predict preterm delivery.

Study Design: Retrospective ultrasonographic and outcome data from singleton pregnancies with cerclage were reviewed. Using transvaginal ultrasound (TVS), overall CL obtained before cerclage placement, 2 weeks after cerclage, and before delivery were compared between women who delivered preterm (less than 37 weeks) and term.

A retrospective review of isoimmunized pregnancies managed by middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the clinical outcome of isoimmunized pregnancies managed primarily by middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity.

Study Design: A retrospective chart review was conducted of isoimmunized pregnancies that underwent ultrasound examinations from January 1, 2001, through May 1, 2003. Ultrasound reports, laboratory tests, and maternal and neonatal charts were reviewed.

Familial abdominal wall defects.

We report 2 families, each having multiple sibs with abdominal wall defects. In family 1, normal parents gave birth to identical (monochorionic, diamniotic) twins. This is the first reported case of gastroschisis occurring in monozygotic twins.

Relationship of maternal weight status to selected pregnancy events.

The relationship of maternal weight status to the probability of appearance of one or a combination of three or more undesirable pregnancy events ( UPE ) was analyzed. A total of 711 women presenting for prenatal care before 16 weeks estimated gestational age were categorized according to early pregnancy body mass ( EPBM ) and subsequent weight gain. Statistical analysis revealed weight gain related to the appearance of one UPE only in women with an EPBM less than 120 pounds.