Masters Degrees (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
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Time-lapse analysis and morphokinetic evaluation of fresh vs. vitrified/warmed oocytes, including donor and explorative sibling oocyte cycles
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND: Infertility is defined as a disorder of the reproductive system whereby there is failure to achieve a clinical pregnancy after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. The ... -
Report on the live birth rates and neonatal outcomes of ART patients at Aevitas Fertility Clinic : implications of a Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) program
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Background: The practice of Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ARTs) has become quite commercial in the last decade or two, since an increasing number of couple’s face fertility challenges and nevertheless ... -
Uterine carcinosarcoma: A 10-Year single institution experience
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)Objective: This study aimed to determine 5-year progression-free and overall survival in patients with uterine carcinosarcoma, to determine clinical and surgical-pathologic features, to recognize patterns of recurrence and ... -
Eyeball (Office) urodynamics: is there value to predict hidden (Occult) stress urinary incontinence with sims speculum reduction in patients with pelvic organ prolapse? – a retrospective descriptive study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)Introduction: Occult stress urinary incontinence (OSUI) is an accepted predictor of postoperative stress urinary incontinence (POSUI) in stress continent women with pelvic organ prolapse (POP)(1). De novo stress urinary ... -
Management of epithelial ovarian cancer at a tertiary centre in South Africa: a retrospective evaluation of early recurrence and contributory factors
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)Introduction. Epithelial ovarian cancer is associated with high recurrence rates and poor survival, especially if the disease is advanced, surgery sub-optimal, and or has high-grade histology. However, there is a paucity ... -
Experiences of women who survive major obstetric haemorrhage
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Severe post-partum haemorrhage is a major cause of maternal morbidity in South Africa. There is very little information about the experience of survivors of PPH in the local South African setting. This ... -
The context of fetal ventriculomegaly in a developing country : a retrospective review
(2019-12)AIM: The goal of this study is to describe fetal ventriculomegaly (VM) in a developing country population with regards to clinical presentation, associated findings, natural history and outcome. Materials and methods This ... -
Longterm follow-up of anti-müllerian hormone levels in patients who had surgery for endometrioma
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)Introduction: Endometriosis is highly prevalent among women of reproductive age increasing up to 50% in those presenting with infertility. Ovarian endometriosis, known as endometriomas, is found in up to 44% of women ... -
Bone involvement in patients with cervical carcinoma – a single institution cohort study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)Introduction Bony metastases in cervical carcinoma are rare, occurring on average in 4.6% of patients. Autopsy studies indicate that it is underdiagnosed. It is important to recognise bony infiltration as palliative ... -
Effect of human male patient diagnosis on syngamy timing and blastulation using time-lapse technology
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)BACKGROUND: Improving embryo selection for embryo transfer is essential in Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART), especially in single embryo transfer settings to reduce multiple birth rate. Current selection methods ... -
A Descriptive study of low risk women presenting in suspected preterm labour at Tygerberg hospital
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-12)Introduction: Preterm birth refers to delivery before 37 completed weeks’ gestation and is often, but not always, preceded by spontaneous preterm labour. Prematurity due to preterm birth is the leading cause of direct ... -
A prospective population-based study of preterm pre-labour rupture of membranes between 24 and 34 weeks of gestation in Cape Town Metro East: measuring protocol intervention fidelity and clinical outcome
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-12)BACKGROUND: Preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM) complicates 2 to 3% of pregnancies and is associated with significant neonatal mortality and morbidity. Intrauterine infection is the most common cause of PPROM, ... -
Factors related to the late presentation of women with vulvar cancer
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-12)Background Vulva cancer is increasing in incidence and becoming more prevalent amongst younger women. Over 50% of patients present with advanced stage disease at Tygerberg Hospital. The prognosis for late stage vulvar ... -
Management of first trimester miscarriage after implementation of a standardized protocol in a tertiary hospital in Cape Town, South Africa – an observational study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)Background Spontaneous first trimester miscarriage is common problem in primary care and emergency settings. Management options have changed over time and now include surgical, medical and expectant management options. Aim To ... -
A retrospective audit on the introduction of post placental copper-T 380A intra uterine contraceptive device insertion at Tygerberg hospital
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)INTRODUCTION The Copper-T 380A intrauterine contraceptive device (Cu-IUCD) is a safe and effective long-acting reversible form of contraception (LARC) that is used by over 100 million women worldwide it is therefore of ... -
Review of the contemporary use of transvaginal cervical cerclage for the prevention of preterm birth at Tygerberg Hospital
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY: Aim: The main aim of this study was to review the contemporary use of transvaginal cervical cerclage. Methods: This retrospective observational study was done at Tygerberg Academic Hospital (TBH), a ... -
The incidence and outcomes of antepartum haemorrhage of unknown origin at Tygerberg Hospital: a retrospective, descriptive study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY: Objective: The primary aim of this study is to describe the maternal, as well as fetal and neonatal outcomes of patients presenting to Tygerberg Hospital with a diagnosis of antepartum haemorrhage of ... -
A retrospective audit of post-caesarean sepsis at Tygerberg Hospital
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY: INTRODUCTION: Caesarean section (CS) is one of the most common surgical procedures performed worldwide and remains the most important individual risk factor for developing pregnancy related sepsis. Pregnancy ... -
Evaluating the role of hyaluronic acid products in the treatment of infertility
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY: Hyaluronic acid is (HA) a naturally existing macromolecule and present in several HA based products aiming to improve the outcomes of assisted reproduction. Hyaluronic acid is produced by the human cumulus ... -
Vaginal vault haematoma following hysterectomy at a tertiary hospital
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)Background Hysterectomy is the second most commonly performed surgical procedure among women of the reproductive age group, after caesarean section. Vault haematoma is a recognized complication of hysterectomy that may ...
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