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120 papers under Pregnancy
Spontaneous bilateral subcapsular hepatic hematoma following open cholecystectomy and common bile duct exploration: a rare and life-threatening postoperative complication.
BMC surgery · 2026
INTRODUCTION: Hepatic subcapsular hematoma (HSH) is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition characterized by bleeding between the liver parenchyma and Glisson’s capsule. While commonly associated with trauma, pregnancy-related disorders, anticoagulation, or underlying liver disease, postoperative HSH following cholecystectomy is exceedingly uncommon, particularly when bilateral… Read on PubMed →
Trends and factors associated with previous induced abortions among young women in Foshan, China: insights from a retrospective cross-sectional study.
BMJ open · 2026
OBJECTIVES: This study aims to explore the history of prior abortions and the factors influencing them among young women seeking abortion services in Foshan, Guangdong, China. DESIGN: This is a retrospective, cross-sectional study of young women seeking abortion care. SETTING: Gynaecological outpatient clinics at the Department of Gynaecology, Foshan Women and Children Hospital Affiliated to… Read on PubMed →
Umbilical cord antiseptics for preventing sepsis and death among newborns.
The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2026
RATIONALE: The umbilical cord, composed of blood vessels and connective tissue, connects the fetus to the placenta during pregnancy. After birth, the remaining cord stump may serve as an entry point for harmful bacteria, potentially leading to serious infection (neonatal sepsis) and death, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Applying antiseptics - substances that prevent the… Read on PubMed →
Viromic profiling of amniotic fluid reveals distinct viral communities associated with maternal health status.
BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2026
BACKGROUND: Amniotic fluid is a critical compartment in pregnancy; however, its virome remains poorly characterized, and potential associations with maternal–fetal health are largely unexplored. This study aimed to comprehensively profile the human amniotic fluid virome and explore its association with maternal health status during pregnancy. METHODS: We performed viral metagenomic sequencing of… Read on PubMed →
Maternal smoking during pregnancy and childhood seizure: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2026
BACKGROUND: Maternal smoking during pregnancy is associated with adverse outcomes, but its relationship with childhood seizures remains unclear. Previous studies have produced inconsistent findings regarding the link between maternal smoking during pregnancy and seizure risk in offspring. We aim to investigate the association between maternal smoking during pregnancy and seizures in offspring… Read on PubMed →
Feasibility and safety of cellular therapy for in-utero repair of myelomeningocele (CuRe Trial): a first-in-human, phase 1, single-arm study.
Lancet (London, England) · 2026
BACKGROUND: The Management of Myelomeningocele Study (MOMS) trial established the benefit of in-utero repair of myelomeningocele, with a decreased need for ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement. However, although there was some improvement of motor function, over half of the patients were unable to ambulate independently. Live placenta-derived mesenchymal stem cells (PMSCs) seeded on an… Read on PubMed →
Unlocking ovarian rejuvenation with platelet-rich plasma: systematic review and proposed clinical framework for Controlled use in poor prognosis patients undergoing in vitro fertilisation.
Archives of gynecology and obstetrics · 2026
BACKGROUND: Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is used as an adjunctive treatment in various medical fields, including orthopaedics, plastic surgery, dermatology, and wound healing. However, PRP application in reproductive medicine, particularly for fertility restoration, remains controversial, specifically for women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR), premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), and… Read on PubMed →
Prevalence and factors associated with institutional delivery in rural Afghanistan: secondary analysis of the 2022-2023 multiple indicator cluster survey.
Reproductive health · 2026
BACKGROUND: Institutional delivery rates among rural women appear to still be suboptimal, mainly in low and middle-income countries (LMICs). Despite that, there has been a lack of research addressing this issue among women in rural Afghanistan. Hence, this study aimed to assess the prevalence and factors associated with institutional delivery among women in rural Afghanistan. METHODS: In this… Read on PubMed →
Management of pregnancy, delivery and breast-feeding in hereditary angioedema: an analysis of 15 pregnancies with conventional treatment approaches and a case of Lanadelumab use.
Orphanet journal of rare diseases · 2026
BACKGROUND: The course of hereditary angioedema (HAE) during pregnancy varies greatly. Limited treatment options complicate the management of HAE in this period. This study aimed to examine the clinical progression of HAE throughout the perinatal period in relation to management strategies. Additionally, we reported the first documented case of Lanadelumab (Takhzyro) therapy during pregnancy in a… Read on PubMed →
Congenital HSV-2 infection with atypical skin lesions, chorioretinitis, and neurodevelopmental sequelae: a case report.
BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2026
BACKGROUND: Neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection, primarily caused by HSV-2, carries a significant risk of severe morbidity, including neurological impairment and developmental delays, without timely diagnosis and intervention. The early identification of atypical cutaneous manifestations at birth and the prompt empirical initiation of high-dose intravenous acyclovir in suspected cases… Read on PubMed →
Clinical epidemiology and risk factors of herpes zoster in Türkiye: a decade-long, multicenter retrospective cohort study.
BMC infectious diseases · 2026
BACKGROUND: Herpes zoster (HZ) results from the reactivation of varicella-zoster virus (VZV) in dorsal root ganglia, often triggered by immune decline. This multicenter study aimed to describe the frequency, clinical and demographic characteristics, and risk factors of HZ in Türkiye to inform clinical management and prevention strategies. METHODS: This retrospective analysis was conducted on 503… Read on PubMed →
First-year dynamics of the plasma virome and cytokine profile in infants born to mothers with syphilis.
Journal of translational medicine · 2026
BACKGROUND: The early-life development of the human plasma virome and its immunological implications remain poorly understood. We aimed to explore the dynamic interplay between viral colonization and immune maturation in infancy. METHODS: We conducted a retrospective longitudinal study of the plasma virome and cytokine profile in a cohort of 77 pregnant women with syphilis and their 89 infants… Read on PubMed →
Long-term management challenges in postmyopathic dermatomyositis.
Dermatology online journal · 2025
A 35-year-old woman was initially diagnosed with classic dermatomyositis (DM) at age 21. We cared for her during 11 of those 14 years. Traditional immunosuppressive treatments did not control her DM skin disease activity. She was subsequently observed to have a juvenile-onset DM phenotype. For the past 11 years, her skin and muscle disease activity had been only partially controlled with monthly… Read on PubMed →
The State of Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis: An Updated Review.
Pediatric dermatology · 2026
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder that has a high worldwide prevalence and carries substantial psychosocial and financial burden. As such, the prevention of AD is an important area of research. In this review, we provide an update synthesizing relevant clinical trials published from January 2020 through July 2025. Based on the available evidence, moisturizers and… Read on PubMed →
Stellate ganglion block using procaine in the treatment of herpes zoster ophthalmicus with keratitis after root canal treatment and post-herpetic pruritus in the third trimester of pregnancy and early lactation: a case report and review of the literature.
Frontiers in medicine · 2026
<h4>Introduction</h4>Herpes zoster results from the reactivation of the varicella zoster virus, which rarely occurs during pregnancy. This condition increases maternal morbidity, and the main complications are herpes zoster ophthalmicus and post-herpetic neuralgia. This report presents the first known case of herpes zoster ophthalmicus with keratitis after a root canal procedure and post-herpetic… Read on PubMed →
Evaluation of 30% Urea Pretreatment in Enhancing the Efficacy of Photodynamic Therapy for Actinic Keratoses of the Scalp.
Dermatology practical & conceptual · 2026
<h4>Introduction</h4>The use of curettage to reduce the hyperkeratotic component of actinic keratoses is a recommended step prior to photodynamic therapy (PDT); however, the procedure may not be well tolerated by the patient. Due to these drawbacks, alternative approaches aimed at reducing lesion hyperkeratosis and optimizing PDT effectiveness have been studied.<h4>Objective</h4>The aim of the… Read on PubMed →
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Indian Dermatologists Regarding Sensitive Skin Conditions and Their Management With Colloidal Oats Among Indian Adults: A Cross-Sectional Survey.
Cureus · 2026
<h4>Objectives</h4>This survey aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Indian dermatologists in managing sensitive skin (SS) conditions in adult patients in India.<h4>Methods and materials</h4>A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 150 dermatologists, including 75 prescribers of colloidal oatmeal-based products and 75 nonprescribers, using a validated… Read on PubMed →
Topical Minoxidil and Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil in Onychodystrophy: A Proposed Treatment Algorithm.
Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2026
<h4>Background</h4>Onychodystrophy includes diverse nail disorders that may impair function and quality of life. Because nails grow slowly, adjunctive therapies that promote nail growth are of increasing interest.<h4>Aim</h4>This review examines the evidence for minoxidil in nail growth and nail disorders and proposes a treatment algorithm for its adjunctive use in onychodystrophy.<h4>Method</h4>A… Read on PubMed →
Investigating social appearance anxiety, fear of negative evaluation and body image and the use of personal care and cosmetic products during pregnancy.
BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2026
<h4>Background</h4>Women's rate of personal and cosmetic care product use have increased with the societal increases in social appearance anxiety, fear of negative evaluation, and body image concerns.<h4>Aims</h4>The purpose of this study is to determine social appearance anxiety, fear of negative evaluation and body image and the use of personal care and cosmetic products during… Read on PubMed →
Operational Standard for Tissue-Extracted Collagen Facial Injection Techniques.
Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology · 2026
<h4>Background</h4>Since its first approval in 1981, tissue-extracted collagen injection technology has become an important method for minimally invasive facial rejuvenation, with substantial clinical experience accumulated particularly in the periorbital area. However, due to significant differences in physicochemical properties and metabolic mechanisms compared to hyaluronic acid, its clinical… Read on PubMed →