Abstract |
Obstetricians play a relevant role in minimizing neonatal morbidity and mortality for women in preterm labor. Tocolytic agents can delay preterm birth for at least 2 days, thus allowing the administration of antenatal corticosteroid and in-utero transfer to appropriate neonatal health care settings, interventions that reduce neonatal mortality and morbidity. Antibiotics besides group B streptococcus prophylaxis are not indicated. The benefit/risk ratio of amniocentesis has not been assessed yet. Magnesium sulfate significantly reduces the risk of cerebral palsy. Cesarean delivery benefits fetuses in breech presentation and those severely growth restricted at <34 weeks. In preterm infants delayed clamping is associated with significant benefits.
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Authors | Anna Locatelli, Sara Consonni, Alessandro Ghidini |
Journal | Obstetrics and gynecology clinics of North America
(Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am)
Vol. 42
Issue 2
Pg. 255-74
(Jun 2015)
ISSN: 1558-0474 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 26002165
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
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Copyright | Copyright © 2015 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. |
Chemical References |
- Adrenal Cortex Hormones
- Tocolytic Agents
- Magnesium Sulfate
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Topics |
- Adrenal Cortex Hormones
(administration & dosage)
- Adult
- Cerebral Palsy
(prevention & control)
- Cesarean Section
- Female
- Humans
- Infant, Newborn
- Infant, Premature
- Magnesium Sulfate
(administration & dosage)
- Obstetric Labor, Premature
(drug therapy, prevention & control)
- Pregnancy
- Premature Birth
(drug therapy, prevention & control)
- Prognosis
- Tocolytic Agents
(administration & dosage)
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