Outcome of pregnancies with first-trimester increased nuchal translucency and cystic hygroma in a tertiary maternity hospital in United Arab Emirates.

Objective: To study the outcome of pregnancies with first-trimester increased nuchal translucency and cystic hygromas.

Methodology: Retrospective study of 132 pregnancies with first-trimester increased nuchal translucency and cystic hygromas, between January 2015 to December 2018 at Corniche Hospital, Abu Dhabi, UAE. Fetal karyotyping, detailed ultrasound at 18-22 weeks and fetal echocardiography were offered to all women.

Outcome of multiple cesarean sections in a tertiary maternity hospital in the United Arab Emirates: A retrospective analysis.

Title: Outcome of multiple cesarean sections in a tertiary maternity hospital in the United Arab Emirates.

Objective: To describe the operative outcomes, clinical findings, maternal morbidity and neonatal outcome associated with increasing numbers of cesarean deliveries.

Design: Retrospective study.

Prevention of perinatal group B streptococcal infections: a review with an Indian perspective.

Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is an important cause of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality in many parts of the world. Asymptomatic colonisation of the vagina and rectum with Group B streptococci is common in pregnancy. Maternal colonisation of GBS can vary depending on ethnicity and geographical distribution.