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Apert Syndrome: A Critical Overview
Abstract: Apert syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by craniosynostosis, midfacial malformation and symmetrical syndactyly. Incidence rate in India is one in 70,000 live births. The Apert syndrome significantly increases with paternal age. Apert syndrome is caused by a mutation of FGFR2 (fibroblast growth factor receptor 2). Clinical features of Apert syndrome are tall skull and high prominent forehead, underdeveloped upper jaw, eyes look prominent and bulge out and there …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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EXPOSURE TO ADVERSE LIFE EVENTS AN ANTECEDENT OF STRESS AMONGST PREGNANT WOMEN: A CASE CONTROL STUDY FROM KERALA
Abstract: Abstract Stress amongst antenatal women is a significant determinant of adverse pregnancy outcomes of mother and fetus. Research evidences regarding the associated factors of high antenatal stress throw lights on measures permissible to promote psychological status of women during pregnancy and favours downsizing of adverse pregnancy outcomes. Objective of the study was to identify the association between negative life events and antenatal stress amongst women attending the antenatal clinics of …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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Knowledge and Practice towards Weight Reduction among Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Abstract: PCOS has affected 116 million women and still counting, that is about 3.4% of the entire global population, as reported by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2012. It is a common and the leading cause of inability to get pregnant among women in their reproductive age. It is a complex phenomenon as it combines the environment, behavior, genetic, and physiological factors of health that are intertwined producing a phenotypic …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 20–32 Read article
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A study to assess the knowledge about birth spacing and attitude towards using of copper-T among women age group 20 to 30 years in selected rural area Anekal, with a view to develop information booklet.”
Abstract: Introduction and Objectives: The time gap between one child's birth date and the next child's birth date is referred to as birth spacing. There are numerous factors to take into consideration while selecting the best period between pregnancies.Methodology: Descriptive survey approach was adopted, to collect the data. Structured knowledge questioner and attitude scale was administered to 100 women aged between 20-30 years based on purposive sampling technique at Anekal, Bangalore …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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A study to assess knowledge of postnatal mothers regarding home care of low birth weight babies in selected hospital of Bhopal
Abstract: Introduction: The proper development of a baby is influenced by factors such as proper nutrition, clean environment, sufficient antenatal care, and the awareness of pregnant mothers regarding these aspects. Infants with low birth weight, which is defined as less than 2.5 kg, are at higher risk of experiencing various health issues due to the immaturity of essential organs such as the brain, lungs, heart, kidneys, and liver. These infants may …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Assessment of Various Barriers for Implementation of Nurse Led Birth Clinic among Nursing Staff in Dr. Vitthalrao Vikhe Patil Pravara Rural Hospital, Loni (B.K.)
Abstract: Background: The clinics' managers and experienced nurses have access to resources that would help them in their work. Their work involves skills including changing drugs, starting therapy, and conducting diagnostic tests in accordance with procedures for more than 80% of the time. Though the nurse midwives are legally permitted to conduct deliveries, there are no nurse led birth clinics established. There may be numerous factors involved. Most important is the …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–4 Read article