Therapeutic plasma exchange and pregnancy: A case report and guidelines for performing plasma exchange in a pregnant patient
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DOI: 10.1002/jca.21468
Abstract: Therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE) has been demonstrated to be of significant clinical value in a number of diseases and conditions, with well‐established guidelines and recommendations. However, technical support in providing this procedure for pregnant patients… read more here.
Keywords: therapeutic plasma; plasma exchange; exchange; pregnant patient ... See more keywords
Traumatic injuries to the pregnant patient: a critical literature review
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DOI: 10.1007/s00068-017-0839-x
Abstract: IntroductionTrauma during pregnancy is the leading non-obstetrical cause of maternal death and a significant public health burden. This study reviews the most common causes of trauma during pregnancy, morbidity, and mortality, and the impact upon… read more here.
Keywords: traumatic injuries; literature; injuries pregnant; patient critical ... See more keywords
Balancing risks: making decisions for maternal treatment without data on fetal safety
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2021.01.025
Abstract: Challenges arise when treatment to improve maternal health brings the possibility of risk to fetal health. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine is the most recent, but hardly the only, example. Because pregnant patients are… read more here.
Keywords: balancing risks; risks making; treatment; safety ... See more keywords
Trans-nasal Humidified Rapid Insufflation Ventilatory Exchange (THRIVE) ventilation during electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for a pregnant patient- A novel technique.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajp.2022.103023
Abstract: Maintaining oxygenation and ventilation is imperative in a pregnant patient undergoing electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Here, we present the successful utilization of Trans-nasal Humidified Rapid Insufflation Ventilatory Exchange (THRIVE) in a six-month pregnant patient who received… read more here.
Keywords: therapy ect; pregnant patient; patient; electroconvulsive therapy ... See more keywords
Bronchoscopic resection of a tracheobronchial leiomyoma in a pregnant patient.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijoa.2018.04.002
Abstract: Flexible bronchoscopy, therapeutic bronchoscopy and other procedures requiring anesthesia are generally avoided in pregnancy and postponed until after delivery if possible. We report a case of a parturient with an abnormal chest radiograph and mild… read more here.
Keywords: bronchoscopy; tracheobronchial leiomyoma; leiomyoma pregnant; resection tracheobronchial ... See more keywords
A CD99+ primary spinal central PNET in a pregnant patient- therapeutic concerns and issues
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DOI: 10.1080/02688697.2017.1302073
Abstract: Abstract Spinal tumours in pregnancy are rare. Spinal tumours account for only 10–15% of all primary central nervous system (CNS) tumours. Most spinal tumours in pregnant women have been described as meningiomas or vascular tumours.… read more here.
Keywords: primary spinal; spinal central; spinal tumours; pregnant patient ... See more keywords
A case of a pregnant patient with COVID‐19 infection treated with emergency c‐section and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
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DOI: 10.1111/jocs.15623
Abstract: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) causes the development of severe acute respiratory distress syndrome. Pregnant women may be at increased risk for the development of severe disease. We present the case of a pregnant patient who… read more here.
Keywords: case pregnant; extracorporeal membrane; covid; membrane oxygenation ... See more keywords
Unprovoked piriformis myositis presenting in a pregnant patient
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2022-250330
Abstract: A patient in her mid-30s presented to hospital at 25 weeks’ gestation with acute onset of leg pain. Routine investigations were performed to rule out the common causes of leg and back pain in pregnancy,… read more here.
Keywords: patient; piriformis myositis; pain; unprovoked piriformis ... See more keywords
Ventilator Management of Bronchopleural Fistula Secondary to Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Necrotizing Pneumonia in a Pregnant Patient with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
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DOI: 10.1155/2017/1492910
Abstract: Managing mechanical ventilation in patient with bronchopleural fistula with coexisting acute respiratory distress syndrome is a challenging situation for the intensivist. We are reporting a case of a pregnant patient with systemic lupus erythematosus on… read more here.
Keywords: systemic lupus; patient systemic; lupus erythematosus; fistula ... See more keywords
Decompression of Ludwig's angina in a pregnant patient under bilateral superficial cervical plexus block.
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DOI: 10.1177/1750458919834195
Abstract: Ludwig's angina is defined as a potentially lethal, rapidly spreading cellulitis, involving the sublingual and submandibular spaces, and is manifested by a brawny suprahyoid induration, tender swelling in the floor of the mouth, and elevation… read more here.
Keywords: ludwig angina; block; bilateral superficial; decompression ludwig ... See more keywords
Management of Persistent Cushing’s Disease Despite Prior Pituitary Adenoma Resection in a Pregnant Patient
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DOI: 10.1210/jendso/bvab048.1208
Abstract: Abstract Introduction: Cushing’s Disease (CD) in pregnancy is a rare, but serious disease that adversely impacts maternal and fetal outcomes. As the sole use of metyrapone in the management of CD has been rarely reported,… read more here.
Keywords: cushing disease; adenoma; pituitary adenoma; disease ... See more keywords