Prevalence of metabolic syndrome in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Objective: The polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and the metabolic syndrome (MetS) are common disorders that share many characteristics, particularly abdominal obesity and insulin resistance. Our objective was to compare the prevalence of MetS between a large cohort of patients with PCOS and body mass index -matched controls.

Design: Cross-sectional study.

Pregnancy and oral health: utilisation of dental services during pregnancy in northern Greece.

Background: Recent studies have shown that gingivitis and periodontal infection during pregnancy represent an independent risk factor for pre-term birth. However, little is known about the prevalence and correlates of dental attendance during pregnancy.

Methods: During the first 3 days postpartum, an anonymous questionnaire was administered to 425 women in order to explore their dental condition and utilisation of dental health services during pregnancy, as well as their perceptions on the potential associations between dental care during pregnancy and pregnancy outcomes.

Hemoglobin E-Saskatoon and pregnancy: report of two cases.

Hemoglobin E-Saskatoon (beta22-Glu-Lys) is found worldwide but is extremely rarely. Two cases of pregnant women who carried the abnormal hemoglobin and the various problems that arise from it are reported. A discussion of the combinations with other abnormal hemoglobin is also presented.