Browsing by Author "Kruger, Theunis Frans"

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    An evidence-based approach to recurrent pregnancy loss
    (Health & Medical Publishing Group, 2013-07-26) Van Niekerk, Elzaan C.; Siebert, Igno; Kruger, Theunis Frans
    Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) can be defined as more than two to three consecutive miscarriages before 24 weeks’ gestation. A literature review was done to provide an evidence-based approach to RPL, identifying the risk factors and causes and also looking at the various special investigations that form part of the work-up and trying to assess which have been proven to be effective or of negative impact, and which of the management options lead to a better outcome. We concluded that the following special investigations should be part of the work-up for all patients with RPL: (i) genetic counselling and karyotyping of the abortus; (ii) anticardiolipin antibodies and lupus anticoagulant testing must be done on two occasions, 6 - 8 weeks apart; (iii) all patients qualify for a pelvic ultrasound scan and hysteroscopy; (iv) syphilis testing must be done routinely; and (v) testing of thyroid function and glucose monitoring/glycosylated haemoglobin (HbA1c) measurement must be done in all patients with a history of thyroid disease or diabetes mellitus, or clinical manifestations thereof. In approximately 50% of couples the cause of RPL remains unexplained, even after evaluation.
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    Oocyte cryopreservation : relevance for the general practitioner
    (Health and Medical Publishing Group, 2011-03) Sieg, Wendy; Kruger, Theunis Frans
    ENGLISH ABSTRACT: No abstract available
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    The role of sperm morphology in assisted reproduction (ART)
    (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12) Kruger, Theunis Frans; Theron, Gerhard; Henkel, Ralf; Stellenbosch University. Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dept. of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
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