SOAP. – Secondary Postpartum Hemorrhage
Secondary Postpartum Hemorrhage Susan Drummond Definition A.Secondary postpartum hemorrhage is defined as blood loss of 500 mL or more after the first 24 hours of […]
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SOAP. – Postpartum Depression
Postpartum Depression Christina C. Reed and Susan Drummond Definition A.Postpartum depression is a mood disorder characterized by unexplained tearfulness, sadness, irritability, and disturbances in appetite […]
SOAP. – Mastitis
Mastitis Christina C. Reed and Susan Drummond Definition A.Mastitis is an infection of breast tissue with potential for abscess formation. Incidence A.Mastitis has been estimated […]
SOAP. – Endometritis
Endometritis Christina C. Reed and Susan Drummond Definition A.Endometritis is an infection of the endometrium (the interior lining of the uterus) that occurs postpartum. […]
SOAP. – Postpartum Breast Engorgement
Postpartum Breast Engorgement Christina C. Reed and Susan Drummond Definition A.Breast engorgement is swollen, tender breasts caused by overfilling of milk, increased blood flow, and […]
SOAP. – Vaginal Bleeding: Second and Third Trimesters
Vaginal Bleeding: Second and Third Trimesters Merita O’Sullivan Definition Bright or dark red vaginal bleeding during the second or third trimester (>12 weeks’ gestation) is […]
SOAP. – Vaginal Bleeding: First Trimester
Vaginal Bleeding: First Trimester Merita O’Sullivan Definition Vaginal bleeding is common during the first trimester of pregnancy, occurring in 20% to 40% of all pregnancies. […]
SOAP. – Pyelonephritis in Pregnancy
Pyelonephritis in Pregnancy Christina C. Reed and Susan Drummond Definition A.Pyelonephritis is an infection in one or both kidneys, usually involving the entire urinary tract. […]
SOAP. – Preterm Labor
Preterm Labor Merita O’Sullivan Definition A.Preterm labor (PTL) is defined as regular uterine contractions that produce documented cervical changes after 20 weeks and prior to […]
SOAP. – Preeclampsia (PIH)
Preeclampsia (PIH) Merita O’Sullivan Definition A.Preeclampsia, also called PIH (antiquated term toxemia), is the new onset of hypertension with proteinuria that develops after 20 weeks’ gestation […]