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Re-evaluation of birth trends and pregnancy complications among female urologists: Have we made any progress?

Victoria C S ScottLori B LernerKaryn S EilberJennifer T AngerA Lenore Ackerman
Published in: Neurourology and urodynamics (2020)
Women practicing in urology gave birth later, had greater fertility issues, used assisted reproductive technology (ART) more and reported a higher level of at least one complication during pregnancy than American women overall. Changes in hours and awareness of this issue have not made giving birth a healthier event for these physicians. Further investigation into factors other than work hours is needed.
Keyphrases
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • gestational age
  • polycystic ovary syndrome
  • pregnant women
  • primary care
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  • antiretroviral therapy