1
Q
What are recurrent miscarriages defined as?
A
loss of 3 ore more consecutive pregnancies
2
Q
What are causes of recurrent miscarriage?
A
- antiphospholipid syndrome
- genetic factors - chromosomal abnormality
- Uterine anatomy malformations
Cervical weakness - Diabetes, thyroid disease
PCOS - Immune factors
3
Q
What are the investigations in recurrent miscarriage?
A
- antiphospholipid screening (2 +ve tests at least 12 weeks apart)
- Karyotyping
- Anatomical factors - laparoscopy, pelvic US
4
Q
What is management of cervical weakness?
A
cerclage
5
Q
What is management of APS?
A
Low dose aspirin plus heparin
Obstetrics
flashcards
Decks in class (30)
# Cards
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Hyperemesis gravidarum8
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Infections in pregnancy66
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Antenatal care26
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The puerperium32
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Pre-eclampsia44
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Prematurity20
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Antepartum haemorrhage16
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Placenta praevia22
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PPH12
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Multiple pregnancy22
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Pain relief in labour21
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Malpresentation20
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Cord prolapse8
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Shoulder dystocia6
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Caesarean section11
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Preterm premature rupture of membranes12
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Amniotic fluid embolism5
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Small/Large for gestation age17
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Uterine rupture7
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Operative vaginal delivery11
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Induction of labour11
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Prolonged pregnancy5
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Recurrent miscarriage5
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Gestational diabetes29
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VTE in pregnancy16
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Rhesus haemolytic disease11
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UTI in pregnancy8
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Polyhydramnios7
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Anaemia in pregnancy12
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Liver problems9
