Preeclampsia Prevention and Management
Preeclampsia Prevention: Risk Levels, Risk Factors, and Recommendations 1. High-Risk Factors History of preeclampsia , especially if it...
Pathophysiology of Preeclampsia
Understanding Preeclampsia Made Simple 1. The Setup: Risk Factors Some women have conditions that make them more likely to get...
Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy: Gestational hypertension, Preeclampsia ± severe features, Eclampsia, Chronic hypertension (CHT), and Preeclampsia superimposed on CHT
Introduction Hypertensive disorders remain a leading cause of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality globally. This article...
Bart’s Hydrops Fetalis: A Comprehensive Overview for Antenatal Care Settings (ANC)
High-Yield Recap: Bart’s Hydrops Fetalis in ANC Key Ultrasound Signs of Bart’s Hydrops Fetalis (Where can water leak to?) Diffuse Skin...
Weight Gain Recommendations During Pregnancy
Understanding maternal weight gain during pregnancy is crucial for ensuring both maternal and fetal health. Excessive or insufficient...
Time Expansion Experience (TEE): Medical Context and Diagnostic Considerations
Introduction Time Expansion Experience (TEE) is a fascinating phenomenon where individuals perceive time as passing more slowly than it...
Cynicism: A Historical, Psychological, and Societal Perspective
Cynicism, a term rooted in ancient philosophy, has evolved significantly in its meaning and implications over centuries. From its origins...
A Clinical Guide to Acute Heart Failure: The “Warm-Wet, Cold-Wet, Warm-Dry, Cold-Dry” Approach
Below is a concise, structured table outlining the key features and initial management for each of the four acute heart failure profiles...
Heart Failure Management with ACEIs, ARBs, Beta-Blockers, Diuretics, and Digoxin
Heart failure (HF) is a complex clinical syndrome characterized by the heart’s inability to pump blood sufficiently to meet the metabolic...
Pneumonia vs. Pneumonitis: Comprehensive Guide for Diagnosis, Management, and Drug Dosing
1. Key Definitions 1.1 Pneumonia Definition : An infectious process involving the lung parenchyma (alveoli, interstitium), leading to...
OSCE: Pelvic (PV) Examination with Speculum and Bimanual Examination
Pelvic (PV) Examination OSCE Checklist Step Action Notes / Rationale 1. Preparation - Wash hands (or use alcohol gel). - Gather...
Carbamate and Organophosphate Intoxication: Understanding Cholinergic Toxicity from Organophosphate and Carbamate compounds by Mnemonics SLUDGE and DUMBBELLS with 3 Killer B's
Introduction Organophosphate and carbamate compounds are widely used as pesticides, but exposure to these substances can lead to...
Urinary tract infections (UTI) Management for OPD and IPD
Antibiotic Summary Table for UTI Management Setting First-Line Antibiotics (with Full Doses) Duration OPD: Uncomplicated Cystitis -...
OSCE: Nasogastric (NG) Tube Insertion: A Step-by-Step
Step Key Points 1. Indications - Enteral feeding/medication when oral route is unsafe - Gastric decompression (e.g. in bowel...
สรุปแนวทางการดูแลภาวะครรภ์เป็นพิษ (Preeclampsia) และโรคพิษแห่งครรภ์ระยะชัก (Eclampsia)
1. เกณฑ์การวินิจฉัยและการจำแนก 1.1 Preeclampsia วินิจฉัยเมื่อตรวจพบ : ความดันโลหิตตัวบน (SBP) ≥ 140 มม.ปรอท หรือความดันโลหิตตัวล่าง (DBP)...
Hypertension in Pregnancy (primarily ACOG) Chronic Hypertension, Gestational Hypertension, Preeclampsia, Superimposed Preeclampsia with Severe Features, HELLP Syndrome, and Eclampsia
Below is a streamlined, up-to-date summary of “Hypertension in Pregnancy” incorporating key points from established guidelines (primarily...
ซิฟิลิสในสตรีตั้งครรภ์ (Syphilis in Pregnancy) Lab FTA-ABS or TPPA Then RPR/VDRL. Treatment with Benzathine Penicillin G
Syphilis: High-Yield Recap for Clinical Practice 1. Clinical Manifestations Primary Syphilis Incubation : 3–90 days (~3 weeks average)....
Checklist for High-Risk Factors of Preeclampsia Requiring Aspirin Prophylaxis
Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication that can affect both maternal and fetal health. Based on your specified focus, here is a...
Ultrasound Anomaly: Amniotic Fluid Index (AFI) vs. Deepest Vertical Pocket (DVP)
Introduction The assessment of amniotic fluid levels during pregnancy is crucial for fetal well-being. Two main methods are employed:...
การนับ GA aka. อายุครรภ์ (Gestational Age) และการปรับแก้ด้วย Ultrasound , Naegele’s Rule
ทำไมการนับอายุครรภ์ (GA) ถึงสำคัญ? การนับอายุครรภ์ (Gestational Age: GA) มีความสำคัญในหลาย ๆ ด้านของการดูแลหญิงตั้งครรภ์ ไม่ว่าจะเป็น...
ANC Checklist: Comprehensive Guide for Antenatal Care in Clinical Practice แนวทางตรวจและติดตามการฝากครรภ์
บทความ: แนวทางตรวจและติดตามการฝากครรภ์ (ANC Checklist) 1. การซักประวัติและสอบถามอาการเบื้องต้น สอบถามชื่อ-นามสกุล และกำหนดวันคลอด (EDC)...
Streamlining Daily Case Reviews: Maximizing the Use of the Obstetric Admission Form for Morning Rounds
OBSTETRIC ADMISSION FORM (แบบฟอร์มรับตัวผู้ป่วยในหอผู้ป่วยสูติกรรม) 1. Patient Information (ข้อมูลผู้ป่วย) Name (ชื่อ): Age (อายุ): HN /...
Smart Choices in Hypertension Management: A Practical Guide for Doctors
Acknowledgment and Credit This article draws inspiration and insights from the comprehensive and educational content originally shared on...