Masters Degrees (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
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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 ...
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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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Factors influencing Assisted Reproductive Technology [ART] Outcome: possible implications for a private and public sector fertility clinic
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Infertility treatment, more specifically Assisted Reproductive Technology [ART], is available worldwide, but in many countries and public clinics, this service is not being offered, mostly due to limited ...
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Gestational diabetes mellitus: an audit at Tygerberg Academic Hospital
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Aim: To describe the profile of patients with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) at Tygerberg Academic Hospital, managed according to the new Provincial Guidelines. Methods: There was the performance ...
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Outcomes of dichorionic twin pregnancies in a South African setting
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Objective The aim of this study was to evaluate the perinatal management and outcomes of dichorionic (DC) twin pregnancies in Tygerberg Hospital, a secondary and tertiary referral centre in South Africa ...
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A prospective study evaluating the association of specific risk factors with the development of preeclampsia
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: OBJECTIVE: To determine the association, if any, between certain risk factors for preeclampsia (PE) and the subsequent development of PE in a local cohort of South African women. DESIGN: A prospective ...
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The incidence and clinical characteristics of placental insufficiency among high-risk pregnancies with normal umbilical artery resistance index after 32 weeks gestation : a cross-sectional study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction: Intrauterine fetal growth restriction (FGR) due to placental insufficiency (PI) is an important cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality. There is also evidence that FGR is associated with ...
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Histopathology of the placenta in HIV positive women
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Objectives To describe the histopathological (macro- and microscopic) findings in placentae of mothers with HIV and to investigate the influence of maternal ARV therapy on histopathology, as well as to ...
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A comparison of the effect of Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) and SpermSlow on human spermatozoa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), as well as other micromanipulation assisted reproductive technology methods, such as physiologic ICSI (PICSI) and intracytoplasmic morphologically selected sperm ...
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Vitrification of day 5/6 human morulas/blastocysts: A 10 year retrospective study in a private assisted reproductive techniques [ART] clinic
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study was designed to retrospectively evaluate the established embryo vitrification/warming programme currently implemented at Drs Aevitas Institute for Reproductive Medicine and to look at factors ...
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The effect of incubation time and temperature on sperm motility, human sperm DNA and assisted reproductive technologies (ART) outcome
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In all Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) procedures the semen sample is handled, processed, prepared and manipulated before use in the fertilization process. During these incubation times, the sperm ...
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Elective delivery of women with a previous unexplained intra-uterine fetal death at term (≥ 39 weeks) : a prospective cohort study at Tygerberg Hospital, South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction Pregnancies in women with a previous unexplained stillbirth may be jeopardized by increased antenatal surveillance and higher rates of induction of labour and caesarean delivery without clear ...
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The comparison of non-invasive blood pressure monitoring with brachial intra-arterial blood pressure monitoring in patients with severe pre-eclampsia
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to compare the accuracy of non-invasive brachial blood pressure measurements, using automated and manual devices, to invasive brachial intra-arterial blood pressure ...
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Laparoscopic surgery for rectovaginal endometriosis : a retrospective descriptive study from a single centre
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background Rectovaginal endometriosis accounts for 5-10% of cases of endometriosis and constitutes one of the forms of deep infiltrating endometriosis. . Deep infiltrating endometriosis involving the ...
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Pre-operative urodynamic studies : is there value in predicting post-operative stress urinary incontinence in women undergoing prolapse surgery
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Aims of the study Urodynamic studies (UDS) have been suggested to be performed as part of the pre-operative work-up of patients undergoing prolapse surgery. Some women with POP have occult stress urinary ...
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The obstetric outcome of women who had successful external cephalic version for breech presentation at term
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: AIM: Review outcome of pregnancies following successful external cephalic version (ECV) for breech presentation at term, particularly the caesarian section (CS) rate. ECV is a safe procedure with a minimal ...
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How safely can we follow up post-term pregnancy with uncertain gestation using amniotic fluid index measurement
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background: Studies about management of prolonged pregnancy dealt with pregnancy with certain gestational age, confirmed with early ultrasound scans. Objective: The primary aim for the study is to review ...
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Evaluation of a quality improvement cycle intervention in the provision of PMTCT at a regional hospital
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The vast majority of new Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infections in infants and young children occur through mother-to-child-transmission (MTCT), either during pregnancy, labour or delivery or by ...
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The effect of misoprostol on fetal heart rate parameters during induction of labour from 38 weeks gestation : a retrospective audit
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Misoprostol is often used for the purpose of induction of labour. However, its effect on fetal heart rate has not been systematically studied. Objective To assess the effect of misoprostol on fetal heart ...
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Evaluation of spermatozoa DNA tests for an assisted reproductive techniques (ART) program : correlation with semen parameters and ART outcome
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: CHAPTER 1 A review of the application of traditional semen parameters for the investigation and diagnosis of male infertility and the role of predictive values in assisted reproductive techniques (ART) ...
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A controlled randomised study to compare the IUI biochemical pregnancy outcome between a routine swim-up and the Sep-D Kit semen preparation method
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Male factor infertility is a general term that describes couples in which an inability to conceive is associated with a problem identified in the male partner. Intrauterine insemination (IUI) together ...
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Seasonal variation in preeclampsia – timing of conception vs timing of delivery
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background - Preeclampsia is a multi-system disease characterized by hypertension and proteinuria in pregnant women at greater than 20 weeks of gestational age. It remains one of the leading causes of ...
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Description of fetal heart rate patterns at 20 to 24 weeks gestation
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction - Accurate computerized analysis of the fetal heart rate (FHR) pattern has become more feasible and clinically relevant in recent years. Taking into account advances in neonatal care resulting ...
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A comparative review of the outcomes of two different perinatal mortality classification systems at an Obstetric unit in Cape Town, South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background The annual burden of stillbirths is estimated to be more than 3 million deaths globally. Depending on the perinatal classification used, up to two thirds of deaths are reported as unknown.Gardosi, ...
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Evaluation of serial beta-human chorionic gonadotrophin levels after primary treatment of molar pregnancies : can the follow-Up for surveillance of persistence or malignant transformation be shortened?
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Objective: The aim of the study was to determine whether Beta-hCG levels at various time intervals during the follow-up period after primary treatment of molar pregnancies could be used to predict progression ...
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A randomised study to evaluate two different skin closure techniques : subcuticular sutures vs. staples : an investigation into patient satisfaction
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: OBJECTIVE The purpose of the study is to establish the best method of wound closure with regards to patient satisfaction that includes wound cosmesis and pain. STUDY DESIGN One hundred patients were ...
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Predictive value of normal sperm morphology in intrauterine insemination (IUI) : a structured literature review
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2001-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of the study was to conduct a structured review of the literature published on the use of normal sperm morphology, as an indicator of male fertility potential in intrauterine insemination (M) ...
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Relationship between semen viscosity and male genital tract infections
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The basic semen analysis plays a pivotal role in the diagnosis of male infertility and makes a significant contribution to the diagnostic process in andrology, gynecology and clinical urology. In 1902, ...
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Maternal position during caesarean section for preventing maternal and neonatal complications : a cochrane review
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background: During caesarean section mothers can be in different positions. Theatre tables could be tilted laterally, upwards, downwards or flexed and wedges or cushions could be used. There is no consensus ...
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Breech deliveries in Tygerberg Academic Hospital : maternal and neonatal outcomes of vaginal and abdominal deliveries - a case-controlled study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The Objective: To review the difference in short term neonatal and maternal outcomes among singleton infants with breech presentation delivered by vaginal or elective caesarean section route at term, ...
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