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ARTICLE Methods for Cervical Ripening and Induction of Labor
Prostaglandins, misoprostol, oxytocin, and a variety of mechanical techniques are successful in cervical ripening and labor induction. This article reviews the evidence for their use. |
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Editorial: "Labor Induction: A Decade of Change," p. 2076 | ||||
| 2131 | Congenital Toxoplasmosis
If Toxoplasma gondii is transmitted to the fetus, serious health problems, including mental retardation, seizures, blindness, and death, may occur. Preventive measures include educating women about not eating raw or undercooked meat, avoiding cross-contamination of other foods, and protecting themselves against exposure to cat litter or contaminated soil. |
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Patient information: "Toxoplasmosis," p. 2145 | ||||
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OFFICE
PROCEDURES Diagnostic and Therapeutic Injection of the Hip and Knee
The use of diagnostic and therapeutic injection for common hip and knee pathologies is reviewed and pictorially demonstrated. |
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DIAGNOSIS Diagnosing the Patient with Abdominal Pain and Altered Bowel Habits: Is It Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
A practical diagnostic approach is useful for the patient with suspected irritable bowel syndrome. |
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| 2165 | Evaluation of the Subfertile Man
Appropriate evaluation and treatment of male infertility are critical in delivering appropriate care to the infertile couple. |
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Patient information: "What Should I Know About Male Infertility?" p. 2173 | ||||
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| 2119 | Cochrane for
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| 2177 | U.S. Preventive
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