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Gene mutation may be leading cause of premature birth
Date: 2010-02-02 00:00:00

U.S. researchers have found that a gene mutation may lead to cellular and molecular changes in the uterus that can cause premature birth. Authors of the study believe that the recent findings could lead to new strategies for treating and preventing prematurity. ... Full Story

Uterine fibroids linked to greater risk of stillbirth, future testing recom
Date: 2010-02-08 00:00:00

A recent study presented at the annual meeting of the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine in Chicago has found that women with uterine fibroids are almost twice as likely to have a stillborn child. ... Full Story

New low-cost test can help diagnose preeclampsia
Date: 2010-02-08 00:00:00

U.S. researchers have recently developed a simple urine test capable of diagnosing preeclampsia, a serious hypertensive complication of pregnancy. ... Full Story

Preconception lifestyle habits crucial to the development of a fetus
Date: 2010-02-10 00:00:00

A team of Dutch researchers have recently identified several lifestyle habits for expectant women that are associated with a greater likelihood of restricted fetal growth, including high blood pressure, high hematocrit levels and smoking. ... Full Story

HPV testing and vaccination less beneficial for older women
Date: 2010-02-18 00:00:00

A recent study has found that older women benefit less from frequent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccinations and screenings than do younger women. Additionally, researchers found that new infections in women of any age rarely progressed to cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2 or 3, which are precursors for cervical cancer.... Full Story

Excessive weight gain in pregnant women linked to increased risk of gestati
Date: 2010-02-23 00:00:00

According to a recent study, women who gain excessive weight during the early stages of pregnancy may be at an increased risk of developing gestational diabetes. ... Full Story