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This document is a guideline for the management of hyperglycemia in pregnancy. It provides information on the types of diabetes mellitus, risk factors for gestational diabetes, screening methods, diagnostic criteria, preconception care, management strategies, complications, fetal surveillance, timing of birth, intrapartum management, neonatal care, and postnatal care. The document emphasizes the importance of multidisciplinary management…

This document is a guideline on the management of preterm labor provided by the University of Ruhuna’s Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. It covers definitions, care for women at risk of preterm labor, diagnosing preterm labor for women with intact membranes, tocolytics, maternal corticosteroids, magnesium sulfate for neuroprotection, intrapartum antibiotics, fetal monitoring,…

This document is a guideline for the management of small for gestational age (SGA) fetuses in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. It provides information on the definition and classification of SGA fetuses, as well as the risks associated with SGA, such as stillbirth, birth asphyxia, and long-term health complications. The document also discusses the…

This document is a guideline for the management of heart disease in pregnancy. It provides recommendations for various aspects of care, including labor and delivery, antibiotic prophylaxis, anesthesia, monitoring, management of heart failure, and postpartum care. The document emphasizes the importance of pre-pregnancy optimization, frequent antenatal follow-up, and meticulous monitoring to ensure optimal outcomes for…

This document is a guideline on the management of gestational hypertension, which is a type of high blood pressure that occurs during pregnancy. It provides definitions of hypertension and severe hypertension, as well as risk factors for gestational hypertension. The document outlines the management approach for different levels of blood pressure, including pharmacological treatment and…

This document is a guide on the management of thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) in pregnancy. It provides information on the definition, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for various types of thrombocytopenia that can occur during pregnancy. The document also includes recommendations for monitoring platelet counts, potential complications, and the involvement of different healthcare professionals in…