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Factor Vii Deficiency And Second Trimester Abortion: A Case Report, Katie P. Nguyen, Tamara Lynne B. Aqui, Honey Milestone

Far West Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Nursing-Related Interventions To Obstetric Violence: A Literature Review, Annaliece M. Balensiefen

Honors Undergraduate Theses

The aim of this literature search was to explore the prevalence of obstetric violence and identify nursing interventions that could potentially prevent the mistreatment of pregnant women in the United States healthcare system. Background: The topics of obstetric violence and healthcare disparities have been gaining awareness. Other countries have a larger body of research for obstetric violence compared to the U.S. Methods: CINAHL Plus with Full Text and MEDLINE databases were utilized. Global perspectives were considered in conjunction with the U.S. and specifically Florida. Healthcare disparities in obstetric care were identified, based on race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, sexuality, disability, …

Reducing The Primary Cesarean Birth Rate In A Community Based Hospital Setting, Madison Fringer, Sarina Garcia, Melissa Mendez

Central & West Texas GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Parental Instincts: The Neurological And Biological Factors Associated With Parenthood, Jared Reeder

Undergraduate Honors Theses

The following project involves a systematic review of the scientific literature on neural and biological changes of mothers and fathers in parenthood. Until very recently, little scientific research was devoted to studying how bearing children affects a man or woman’s long-term biology. Over the last twenty years, studies of neuroplastic changes in new mothers show specific neural mechanisms responsible for altering the behaviors of mothers during and after pregnancy. These changes in neuroplasticity alter behavior in such a way that led to mothers requiring less sleep and being more prone to hearing the cries of their children. In addition to …

The Ethical Dilemma Of Whether Or Not To Withhold Life Sustaining Treatments For Newborns, Chloe G. Payne

OUR Journal: ODU Undergraduate Research Journal

Deeply complex ethical questions can arise when deciding whether to continue or stop life-sustaining treatments for critically ill newborns. Various factors that can influence these decisions are explored, such as the expected quality of life for the newborn, the resources that the family and hospital have at their disposal, and the role of religious beliefs. Emphasis is placed on the importance of striking a balance between the child's best interest, the autonomy of the parents, and the medical facts. The potential psychological and physical consequences for parents who decide to stop treatment, which often results in the loss of their …

Evaluation Of Standard Dose Ibuprofen In Combination With Acetaminophen For Patent Ductus Arteriosus (Pda) Treatment In Preterm Neonates, Jennifer Lee, Samantha Tatz, Douglas Hanes

Providence Pharmacy PGY1 Program at Providence Portland and Providence St. Vincent Medical Centers 2023

No abstract provided.

Maternal Mirror Syndrome As A Consequence Of Fetal Sacrococcygeal Teratoma: A Case Report And Literature Review, Ali Farris, Andrew Royek, Kaitlyn Dorsey

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Implementing The Erac Protocol For Cesarean Sections, Olga Hawkins, Michelle Ozcan, Jose Rojas

North Florida Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Areas For Improvement In Pre-Eclampsia Prevention: Aspirin Use In Indicated Pregnancies, Mariah Piazza, Krystal Carmichael, Keisha Reddick, Susan Greene

South Atlantic Division GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Management Of Blood Pressure In Pregnancy: New Perspectives From The Chap Trial, Virginia Lowe, Gabriella Nonni, Kerry Holliman

Central & West Texas GME Research Day 2023

No abstract provided.

Machine Learning-Driven Exploration Of Drug Therapies For Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Treatment, Aman Chandra Kaushik, Zhongming Zhao

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women among all cancer types. It is highly heterogeneous in nature, which means that the tumors have different morphologies and there is heterogeneity even among people who have the same type of tumor. Several staging and classifying systems have been developed due to the variability of different types of breast cancer. Due to high heterogeneity, personalized treatment has become a new strategy. Out of all breast cancer subtypes, triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) comprises ∼10%-15%. TNBC refers to the subtype of breast cancer where cells do not express estrogen receptors, …

Empowering Choices: Patient Education For Contraceptive Confidence, Maria Anns Abraham

Nursing | Student Research Posters

The complexity of birth control options significantly impacts women's lives, with hormonal contraceptives being commonly used but often misunderstood. These contraceptives, which contain estrogen and progestin or progestin only, come in various forms such as pills, implants, IUDs, injections, the vaginal ring, and skin patches, offering benefits such as reduced menstrual cramps and ectopic pregnancy risk. However, they can also lead to adverse effects including increased blood pressure, nausea, headaches, breakthrough bleeding, and heightened risk of blood clots, with research indicating a potential link between their use and a decline in mental health. Given the prevalence of depression, particularly in …

Cervical Cancer Prevention In The Philippines, Kate Isabel Juanillo

Nursing | Student Research Posters

Although cervical cancer is preventable, it continues to pose a significant health concern in the Philippines as evidenced by high cervical cancer diagnosis rates. The purpose of this quantitative study is to investigate low cervical cancer screening rates and the effectiveness of educational interventions in increasing awareness and screening rates. A literature review will examine topics such as low cervical cancer screening rates, cervical cancer screening methods, and barriers. This research proposal involves a quasi-experimental study that investigates education as an intervention for increasing cervical cancer awareness and cervical cancer screening rates. Fifty Filipino women will be randomly assigned to …

Placental Histopathological Changes In Covid-19 And Their Associated Effects On Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes, Eric Mugambi

Master of Medicine in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Introduction: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality among pregnant women. Pregnant women infected with SARS-CoV-2 are at a greater risk of pre-eclampsia/eclampsia, non-iatrogenic preterm birth, stillbirth, and small for gestational age infants/fetal growth restriction (SGA/FGR), which share a common placental etiology. Placental histopathological changes attributed to COVID-19 have been demonstrated but there is a knowledge gap in how these changes impact pregnancy outcomes particularly those of placental origin. Objectives: To investigate if there is an association between placental histopathology (maternal vascular malperfusion (MVM), fetal vascular malperfusion (FVM), acute and chronic inflammatory pathology, and other findings …

Effect Of Estrogen On Chondrogenesis In Female Articular Chondrocytes, Ebony R. Parsons

Honors Undergraduate Theses

As women age and transition into menopause they face a higher risk of developing osteoarthritis leading to total joint replacements. Estrogen is the primary female reproductive hormone. As a woman approaches menopause, estrogen production decreases by 100-fold. Previous research has shown that Estrogen Replacement Therapy (ERT) reduced joint replacements in post-menopausal women. However, there is a lack of research surrounding ERT's effect on chondrocyte proliferation and extracellular matrix production, particularly 3D culture extracellular matrix production. Chondrogenesis is a process of skeletal development resulting in the formation of cartilage. Chondrocytes, derived from mesenchymal progenitors, serve as the fundamental cellular component in …

Intervention To Improve Screening Mammograms In Clinical Practice., Saida Khamooshi

DNP Scholarly Projects

Abstract

Breast cancer remains a challenging health issue in the United States, representing the second leading cause of cancer deaths for women. The key approach to tackle this issue is the early detection of breast cancer through annual mammography screening in asymptomatic women. This quality improvement project sought to improve the proportion of breast cancer screening documentation in a private obstetrics and gynecology practice that serves primarily Black women. In addition, the project is thought to improve the current utilization of office mammogram services and its mammogram completion rate. Comprehensive interventions implemented included establishing clear guidelines, staff education, using paper …

Quality Of Life And Sexual Function Of Women With Endometriosis At The Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi, Edna Mohere Chacha

Master of Medicine in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Introduction: Endometriosis is a benign, chronic condition that affects up to ten percent of women of childbearing age. It’s marked by the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity (Giudice, 2010). It is a health condition with wide-ranging and pervasive sequelae making it a significant health concern requiring appropriate action (Rush & Misajon, 2018). We observed that there was a paucity of data relating to how endometriosis impacted on female sexual function and quality of life in sub-Saharan Africa, Kenya included. Objectives: The primary goal of this empirical investigation was to determine the quality of life of women who …

Lifetime Interpersonal Violence Or Abuse And Diabetes Rates By Sex And Race, Maureen Sanderson, Mekeila Cook, L. Lauren Brown, Veronica Mallett, Ann L. Coker

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

Introduction: Lifetime exposure to interpersonal violence or abuse has been associated with several chronic diseases, including adult-onset diabetes, yet this pattern has not been confirmed by sex and race within a large cohort.\Methods: Data from the Southern Community Cohort Study collected between 2002−2009 and 2012−2015 were used to explore the relationship between lifetime interpersonal violence or abuse and diabetes (N=25,251). Prospective analyses of lower-income people living in the southeastern U.S. were conducted in 2022 to examine the risk of adult-onset diabetes associated with lifetime interpersonal violence or abuse by sex and race. Lifetime interpersonal violence or abuse was defined as …

Natural Cycle Versus Stimulated Or Artificial Cycle In Frozen–Thawed Embryo Transfer: A Randomized Prospective Trial, Salwa H.B. El-Wakil, Naglaa M. Moharam, Ahmed G.A. El-Seuror

Journal of Medicine in Scientific Research

Objective The goal of this study was to see if there was a difference in pregnancy outcomes between natural cycle frozen–thawed embryo transfer (NC-FET) cycles, artificial cycle–FET cycles, and stimulated cycle (SC)–FET cycles in women with regular menstrual cycles. Patients and methods This prospective randomized clinical study was conducted in Assisted Reproductive Unit (ART), The International Islamic Center for Population Studies and Research, El Hussein Hospital, Al-Azhar University, in the period of September 2019 till August 2020. Results There was a significant increase in immotile sperms in the natural group (P=0.014). Group I had much lower total count and total …

Choosing The Route Of Delivery: A Discussion Of Vaginal And Cesarean Births, Camille Green

Capstone Showcase

The percentage of cesarean deliveries in the United States has increased to a rate of 32.1%, double what the World Health Organization recommends as an ideal rate for maternal and fetal benefits. The majority of cesarean sections are performed on women who have never had the procedure before and this increases the risk for subsequent cesarean deliveries. Half of the indications for primary cesarean delivery were found to be non-reassuring fetal heart tracings and arrest of labor, both of which are subject to obstetric provider judgment and comfort level. Among these there is also an increasing incidence of elective primary …