Contemporary Review of Prenatal Care, An Issue of Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics

1st Edition, Volume 50-3 - July 27, 2023
Editor: Sharon T. Phelan
Language: English
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In this issue of Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America, guest editor Dr. Sharon T. Phelan brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Prenatal Care. Prenatal care can help prevent complications and inform women about important steps they can take to protect their infant and ensure a healthy pregnancy. This issue not only provides timely updates but also touches on current issues in this fast-changing field, including social determinants of health care, health care disparities, and advocacy for the underserved pregnant patient.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Contributors
Forthcoming Issues
Foreword
Preface
Routine Prenatal Care
Key points
Introduction
Definitions
Prenatal care services versus prenatal care delivery
Limitations in existing evidence
Guidelines
Discussion
Summary
Clinics care points
Disclosure
Group Prenatal Care
Key points
Introduction
Background
Definitions
Educational schedule
Advantages
Application
Considerations
Discussion
Summary
Clinics care points
Disclosure
Vaginal Bleeding Before 20 Weeks Gestation
Key points
Introduction
First and second trimester pregnancy loss
Ectopic pregnancy
Molar pregnancy
Psychological care
Early pregnancy assessment centers
Additional considerations in early pregnancy
Knowledge gaps
Clinics care points
Financial disclosure
Disclosure of funding
Updates in Genetic Screening for the General Obstetrician
Key points
Introduction
Aneuploidy screening
Carrier screening
Summary
Clinics care points
Disclosure
Prenatal Contraceptive Counseling
Key points
Introduction
Discussion
Immediate postpartum implants
Immediate postpartum intrauterine devices
Immediate postpartum intrauterine device insertion technique
Summary
Clinics care points
Disclosure
Prenatal Care for the Obese and Severely Obese Pregnant Patient
Key points
Introduction/history/definitions/background
Management strategies: preconception weight loss
Management: recommended weight gain and nutritional interventions
Management: screening for congenital fetal complications
Management: screening for obesity-related comorbidities
Management: role of ultrasounds
Management: fetal surveillance
Management: antenatal preparations for delivery
Summary
Clinics care points
Disclosure
Updates on Evaluation and Treatment of Common Complaints in Pregnancy
Key points
Introduction
Complaints of fatigue
Integumentary system complaints
Gastrointestinal complaints
Neurological symptoms
Cardiopulmonary complaints
Summary
Clinics care points
Disclosure
Prenatal Counseling and Preparation for Breastfeeding
Key points
Introduction
Discussion
Support for breastfeeding in special circumstances
Breastfeeding and neonatal conditions
Breastfeeding and maternal conditions
Supporting lactation at return to work or school
Summary
Clinics care points
Links to select educational resources
Conflicts of interest
Systemic Oppression, the Impact on Obstetric Care, and Interventions to Achieve Ideal Obstetric Outcomes
Key points
Introduction
Summary
Disclosures
Increasing Access: Telehealth and Rural Obstetric Care
Key points
Introduction
Nature of the problem
Telehealth and obstetric care
Telehealth and rural America
Future directions and limitations
Summary
Clinics care points
Disclosure
Perinatal Depression Treatment Guidelines for Obstetric Providers
Key points
Introduction
Perinatal psychiatric medication management
Psychotherapy
Our experience: colocated collaborative care for perinatal depression
Summary
Clinics care points
Disclosure
Office-Based Management of Perinatal Substance Use and Substance Use Disorder for the General Obstetrician-Gynecologist
Key points
Introduction
Background
Definitions
Approach to individuals with substance use
Screening
Additional testing and considerations
Harm reduction
Urinary toxicology testing
Evaluation and treatment
Alcohol
Benzodiazepines
Cannabis
Opioids
Stimulants
Tobacco and nicotine-containing products
Summary
Clinics care points
Disclosures
Conflicts of interest
Screening for Social Determinants of Health During Prenatal Care: Why, What, and How
Key points
Introduction and background
Principles behind implementing screening programs
Implementing a screening program within a clinical setting
Role of prenatal screening for social determinants of health
Summary
Clinics care points
Disclosure
Health Advocacy for Undocumented Immigrant Pregnant Patients
Key points
Introduction
Initial assessment
Ongoing prenatal care
Preparing for postpartum visits
Shifa free clinic: a model for prenatal care of undocumented immigrants
Summary
Clinics care points
Disclosure

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