A Pioneer in Women's Health, Dr. James Marion Sims (1813-1883).

James Marion Sims, one of the most well-known and respected surgeons in America, lived from January 25, 1813, to November 13, 1883. He was chosen to be the American Medical Association's president in 1876 and was amongst the first American doctors to gain recognition in Europe. He founded New York's first hospital exclusively for women, despite strong opposition.

Abnormal Placentation After Caesarean Section: A Retrospective Study.

Introduction Caesarean section (CS) is a lifesaving operation; it can have many complications in subsequent pregnancies. Since the uterine wall and cavity are not normal after CS, the implantation and subsequent trophoblastic invasion and placenta formation may be affected. This study was carried out to find out implantation and placental problems encountered in subsequent pregnancies.

A Rare Case of Placenta Increta at Uterine Fundus.

Adherent placenta means a placenta that is not delivered spontaneously or even after manual removal within 30 minutes of baby birth. It is an uncommon and frequently unanticipated event with serious potential health circumstances and it should be managed by the medical team. This case study presents a rare instance of placenta increta in a 25-year-old woman, second gravida, at 36 weeks of gestation, with a history of cesarean section 16 months prior due to chorioamnionitis.

Ectopic pregnancy: Review of 80 cases.

Background: Ectopic pregnancy or extrauterine pregnancy will invariably result in abortion or rupture. Though there are risk factors for ectopic pregnancy, but at times the condition can occur without any apparent predisposing factor. Cases admitted with provisional diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy were included in this prospective study.

Early Maternal Feeding Versus Traditional Delayed Feeding After Cesarean Section: A Pilot Study.

Background: Cesarean section is on the rise all over the world; it has become a safe surgery due to better anesthesia, asepsis, blood transfusion and antibiotics. Traditionally, the patients are kept nil orally till they pass flatus. This study was performed to find out acceptance and tolerability of early feeding, its side effects and complications if any.

Nonpalpable intrauterine device threads: Is it a cause for worry?

Background: Intrauterine contraceptive device is a popular and effective method of contraception. It can be inserted either as an interval procedure or after abortion or delivery. Threads are attached to the vertical limb so that the user can find out the location of the device.

Blood transfusion practices among delivery cases: A retrospective study of two years.

Background: Many women die while going through childbirth; hemorrhage being common cause for maternal mortality. Many maternal deaths can be saved by building up hemoglobin antenatally and timely blood transfusion. The transfusion may result in many complications hence the blood transfusion practices should be streamlined and adhered to and reviewed periodically.

Complications in pregnancies after in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer.

Background: Many infertile couples need treatment in different forms including Assisted Reproductive Techniques. In Vitro Fertilization and Embryo Transfer is the most advanced method of infertility treatment. Management of these pregnancies is difficult as the couples and treating doctors have undue concern and apprehension and worry about outcome of such pregnancies.

Emergency contraception: Knowledge and practice among women and the spouses seeking termination of pregnancy.

Background: India was one of the first countries to launch a formal family planning program. Initially, the main thrust of the program was on sterilization but subsequently it has got evolved and now the stress is to bring about awareness of contraception and make informed choices. Emergency contraception has been included in its armamentarium.

Acceptance of family planning methods by induced abortion seekers: An observational study over five years.

Background: Prior to legalization of abortion, induced abortions were performed in an illegal manner and that resulted in many complications hence abortion was legalized in India in 1971 and the number of induced abortions has been gradually increasing since then. One way of preventing abortions is to provide family planning services to these abortion seekers so that same is not repeated. The study was performed to find out the acceptance of contraception after abortion.

Awareness about postpartum insertion of intrauterine device among antenatal cases.

Background: In spite of many available contraceptives numerous unwanted and unplanned pregnancies occur. Though the couples desire contraception but are not able to accept it due to their ignorance and misconceptions. Intrauterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD); an effective contraceptive is usually inserted six weeks after delivery.

Management of Rh-isoimmunised Pregnancies : Our Experience.

Background: The aim of this study was to assess the role of middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity (MCA-PSV), as measured by doppler ultrasound, in detecting foetal anaemia in Rh- isoimmunised pregnancies. Intra-uterine foetal blood transfusion was performed in such anaemic foetuses to tide over the crisis of foetal immaturity till considered fit for extra-uterine survival.

Methods: Rh-isoimmunised pregnancies reporting to a tertiary institute from 2003 to 2005, were screened by doppler ultrasound to estimate MCA-PSV to detect foetal anaemia.

Elderly patients discharged home from the emergency department with minor burns.

Objectives: To describe the risk factors, etiology and referral patterns of elderly patients treated for minor burns in an urban emergency department (ED).

Methods: A retrospective chart review was conducted of persons aged 65 years and older who were treated for a minor burn and discharged home from the ED. Medical records were reviewed for 77 burn patients that presented over a 6-year period.

Acute Abdomen in Gynaecological Practice.

Acute abdomen in pregnancy is due to consequence of pregnancy itself or is totally unrelated to pregnancy. During pregnancy, a woman is at an increased risk of acute abdomen due to various physiological changes. The article discusses the various conditions which can present as acute abdomen in women during pregnancy and in non-pregnant state.