Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Fentaw Girmaw, Getachew Ashagrie, Tenaw Baye, Abebe Tarekegn Kassaw
Summary: The prevalence of herbal medicine use among pregnant women at Woldia General Comprehensive Specialized Hospital in Ethiopia was 22.6%. Rural areas had a higher usage rate compared to urban areas. Factors significantly associated with herbal medicine use included place of residence, perception of needing to use herbal medicine, stage of pregnancy, distance from the health facility, and previous use of herbal medicine.
Review
Nursing
Carolyn Ee, Kate Levett, Caroline Smith, Mike Armour, Hannah G. Dahlen, Prakshi Chopra, Paulette Maroun, Vibhuti S. Rao, Nicole Avard, Suzanne Grant, Hazel Keedle, Susanne Armour, Susan Arentz, Adele E. Cave, Kerry Sutcliffe, Kate Templeman
Summary: There is a lack of clear and consistent recommendations on the use of complementary medicines and therapies (CMT) during pregnancy in current clinical practice guidelines. This may result in less-than-optimal care, and improvements are needed in the development of these guidelines.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Simon Alesi, Carolyn Ee, Lisa J. Moran, Vibhuti Rao, Aya Mousa
Summary: This review provides an up-to-date, comprehensive synthesis of the highest level of evidence regarding the effects of nutritional supplements and complementary therapies in the treatment and management of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The evidence suggests that specific vitamins, vitamin-like nutrients, minerals, and some complementary approaches may be beneficial in PCOS. However, there are still uncertainties and limitations that need to be addressed.
ADVANCES IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Yaschilal Muche Belayneh, Tewodros Yoseph, Solomon Ahmed
Summary: This study showed that half of the sampled pregnant women used herbal medicine during current pregnancy, and education status and monthly income level of the women were associated with herbal drug use.
BMC COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE AND THERAPIES
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
V. J. Smith, A. Marshall, M. L. S. Lie, E. Bidmead, B. Beckwith, E. Van Oudgaarden, S. C. Robson
Summary: The introduction of a fetal ultrasound telemedicine service successfully provided sufficient quality ultrasound for fetal diagnosis and specialist consultation, reducing family costs and journey times, and achieving a high level of satisfaction among women.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2021)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Yuezhen Lin, Ling Wu, Ruihua Zhao, Pui Wah Chung, Chi Chiu Wang
Summary: Current medical treatments for endometriosis-associated pain have limitations, and Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) shows potential as an alternative or complementary treatment. This study analyzed randomized control trials comparing CHM to other treatments for endometriosis-associated pain, and found that CHM, used alone or in combination with conventional therapies, can effectively relieve pain with fewer side effects.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CHINESE MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Clare Macdonald, Becky MacGregor, Sarah Hillman, Christine MacArthur, Debra Bick, Beck Taylor
Summary: This qualitative systematic review aims to explore the views and experiences of general practitioners (GPs) regarding their role in postnatal care. The study findings indicate that GPs perceive postnatal care as an opportunity for relationship building and health promotion. Addressing organizational barriers can positively influence GPs' motivation to provide optimal care.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Anita M. Moorhead, Lisa H. Amir, Della A. Forster, Sharinne B. Crawford
Summary: The study conducted a randomized controlled trial to explore the effect of antenatal expressing on infant feeding, with positive outcomes indicating that infants whose mothers expressed breast milk during pregnancy were more likely to be exclusively breastfed during their hospital stay. Semistructured interviews with 10 women who expressed antenatally revealed both positive and negative experiences, highlighting the importance of health professionals understanding the range of outcomes and experiences when advising antenatal expressing.
MATERNAL AND CHILD NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Helen Hall, Romy Lauche, Sarah Fogarty, Joy Kloester, Bethany Carr, Niki Munk
Summary: Partner delivered massage is a feasible and practical method for pregnant women to manage mild anxiety, providing useful skills to support maternal mental health and partner connection after childbirth.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Gillian K. SteelFisher, Hannah L. Caporello, Cheryl S. Broussard, Thomas J. Schafer, Eran N. Ben-Porath, Robert J. Blendon
Summary: The majority of obstetrician-gynecologists support seasonal flu vaccination for pregnant women, but safety concerns are a significant issue for both the doctors and their patients. Older doctors, those in smaller practices, and those without academic affiliation are more likely to have concerns about the vaccine and less likely to recommend it.
JOURNAL OF WOMENS HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Getu Engida Wake, Girma Wogie Fitie
Summary: This study aimed to assess the magnitude and determinant factors of herbal medicine utilization among pregnant mothers attending their antenatal care at public health institutions in Debre Berhan town, Ethiopia. The results showed a high utilization of herbal medicine among pregnant mothers, and almost all of them did not disclose their utilization to healthcare providers. Educational level, family income, and awareness of the complications of herbal medicine were identified as determinant factors.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Chen-Yuan Hsu, Ching-Li Chen, Li-Yun Tsai, Jung-Mei Tsai
Summary: By comparing pregnant women receiving tocolytic and non-tocolytic treatments using complementary medicine, this study found that pregnant women receiving tocolytic treatment had significantly lower pregnancy stress, especially in dimensions related to infant care and changes in family relationships, as well as changes in physical appearance and function.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Mansoor Ahmed, Jung Hye Hwang, Mohammed Nasr Ali, Shafekah Al-Ahnoumy, Dongwoon Han
Summary: This study investigated the use of herbal medicine during pregnancy among postpartum women in Yemen. The results showed a high prevalence of herbal medicine use, including some contraindicated modalities. Users of herbal medicine had a higher rate of complications during and after delivery.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Vincent C. H. Chung, Fai Fai Ho, Lixing Lao, Jianping Liu, Myeong Soo Lee, Kam Wa Chan, Per Nilsen
Summary: This study provides an overview of the implementation of traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine (TCIM) services and the introduction of evidence-based practice in TCIM. Experiences in China and the United States show different policy priorities at different stages of TCIM implementation. Multi-level interventions can facilitate the integration of TCIM services into conventional healthcare systems.
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Burcu Kucukkaya, Hafsa Kuebra Isik
Summary: This study investigated the attitudes of pregnant women in Turkey towards holistic complementary and alternative medicine, as well as the influencing factors. The results showed that most participants preferred faith, energy healing, massage, diet, meditation/yoga, and herbal therapies to alleviate pregnancy-related symptoms. It was also found that education level, financial status, consulting with nurses, knowledge about traditional and complementary therapies, and personal experience with these therapies were positively associated with their utilization.
BMC COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE AND THERAPIES
(2023)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Kulchalee Deawjaroen, Jutatip Sillabutra, Nalinee Poolsup, Derek Stewart, Naeti Suksomboon
Summary: The study found that most drug-related problem risk prediction tools had limitations in reporting and consistency, with area under the curve receiver operating characteristics ranging from 0.62 to 0.81. The Medicines Optimisation Assessment tool and Assessment of Risk tool were identified as prediction tools with the lowest risk of bias and low concern for applicability.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Rana Moustafa Al-Adawi, Kirti Sathyananda Prabhu, Derek Stewart, Cristin Ryan, Hani Abdelaziz, Mohsen Eledrisi, Mohamed Izham Mohamed Ibrahim, Shahab Uddin, Antonella Pia Tonna
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the relationship between migration and MetS incidence after 24 months of residency in Qatar. The findings showed that 17.0% of migrants developed new-onset MetS, with male gender and consuming medication that could induce MetS being risk factors. Further research targeting these groups is warranted.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Substance Abuse
Mansour Tobaiqy, Dennis Thomas, Andrew MacLure, Derek Stewart, Katie MacLure
Summary: The study found that most participants considered intrinsic factors to be more challenging in smoking cessation than extrinsic factors. Many individuals were asked about their smoking habits during healthcare appointments. Both staff and students believed that face-to-face counseling would help support their future attempts to quit smoking.
TOBACCO PREVENTION & CESSATION
(2021)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Maguy Saffouh El Hajj, Nour Al-Ziftawi, Derek Stewart, Dhabya Mohamed A. Y. Al-Khater
Summary: This study aimed to assess the practices of community pharmacists in Qatar in advocating and promoting adult vaccination, and to analyze potential determinants of participation in adult vaccination as vaccine administrators. The findings showed that pharmacists' perceived knowledge, skills, confidence, and behavioral control were important factors in facilitating their involvement in vaccination administration. Therefore, it is necessary to provide vaccination training to pharmacists, improve managerial and government support, and equip pharmacies with necessary resources.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Muna Said Al-Ismail, Lina Mohammad Naseralallah, Tarteel Ali Hussain, Derek Stewart, Dania Alkhiyami, Hadi Mohamad Abu Rasheed, Alaa Daud, Abdulrouf Pallivalapila, Zachariah Nazar
Summary: This study aimed to collate and categorize reported approaches of learning needs assessment (LNA) to inform continuing professional development (CPD) for healthcare professionals. The majority of studies adopted quantitative methods, and descriptions of LNA development lacked detail. Further research is needed to evaluate recently advocated LNA approaches and improve existing CPD support.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kulchalee Deawjaroen, Jutatip Sillabutra, Nalinee Poolsup, Derek Stewart, Naeti Suksomboon
Summary: Drug-related problems (DRPs) are a major health concern. This study aimed to describe the characteristics of DRPs and compare their patterns in different stages of hospital stay. The findings showed that most DRPs occurred at discharge and the most common cause was no drug treatment despite existing indication. Systematic identification of DRP characteristics enables pharmacists to tailor optimal type of pharmaceutical care services and improve patient safety.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Lina Naseralallah, Derek Stewart, Ruba Azfar Ali, Vibhu Paudyal
Summary: This umbrella review systematically evaluates the evidence on contributory factors to medication errors in healthcare settings. The study found that decision-making mistakes, non-consideration of patient risk factors, and organizational and environmental factors were the most common causes of errors. Only a limited number of studies had a pre-specified methodology to classify contributory factors, with Reason's theory being commonly used. None of the reviewed studies evaluated the effectiveness of interventions in preventing errors. The identified contributory factors in this umbrella review can provide insights for the development of holistic theory-based interventions.
EXPERT OPINION ON DRUG SAFETY
(2022)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Derek Stewart, Moza Al Hail, Samaher Al-Shaibi, Tarteel Ali Hussain, Nada Nabil Abdelkader, Abdulrouf Pallivalapila, Binny Thomas, Wessam El Kassem, Yolande Hanssens, Zachariah Nazar
Summary: This review examines the use of theory in studying healthcare professionals' adherence to clinical practice guidelines (CPGs). The studies primarily focused on physicians, used quantitative designs, investigated single disease states, and were conducted in a few countries. The use of behavioral theories helped identify barriers and facilitators of adherence. The findings provide valuable evidence for refining implementation strategies.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACY
(2023)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Sara Elshami, Derek Stewart, Ahmed Awaisu, Banan Mukhalalati
Summary: This study developed and evaluated the Pharmacy Alumni Employment Experience Questionnaire (PAEEQ). The questionnaire consists of three domains: satisfaction with the profession, achievements in the workplace, and preparedness to practice. The validity and reliability of the questionnaire were assessed, and the results showed strong factor loadings and high Cronbach's alpha scores.
PHARMACY EDUCATION
(2022)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Laila Shafei, Lina Mekki, Esraa Maklad, Turfa Alhathal, Rawan Ghanem, Rama Almalouf, Derek Stewart, Zachariah Nazar
Summary: This study aimed to collect and synthesize the behavioral determinants that influence patient and public reporting of adverse drug reactions (ADRs) using the theoretical domains framework (TDF). The findings showed that knowledge, social/professional role and identity, beliefs about consequences, and environmental context and resources were the most significant domains influencing patient and public behaviors regarding ADR reporting.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACY
(2023)
Editorial Material
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Fernando Fernandez-Llimos, Shane Desselle, Derek Stewart, Victoria Garcia-Cardenas, Zaheer-Ud-Din Babar, Christine Bond, Ana Dago, Ramune Jacobsen, Lotte Stig Norgaard, Carlo Polidori, Manuel Sanchez-Polo, Bernardo Santos-Ramos, Natalia Shcherbakova, Fernanda S. Tonin
Summary: Pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences encompass various disciplines, and pharmacy practice focuses on studying the practice of pharmacy and its impact on healthcare systems and patient care. Clinical and social pharmacy practice disseminates research findings through scientific journals, and journal editors play a role in enhancing the quality of published articles. A group of clinical and social pharmacy practice journal editors gathered in Granada, Spain to discuss how journals could contribute to strengthening pharmacy practice, resulting in the compilation of the Granada Statements with 18 recommendations.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACY
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Fernando Fernandez-Llimos, Shane Desselle, Derek Stewart, Victoria Garcia-Cardenas, Zaheer-Ud-Din Babar, Christine Bond, Ana Dago, Ramune Jacobsen, Lotte Stig Norgaard, Carlo Polidori, Manuel Sanchez-Polo, Bernardo Santos-Ramos, Natalia Shcherbakova, Fernanda S. Tonin
Summary: Pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences encompass a range of disciplines, including clinical pharmacy and social pharmacy. Editors of clinical and social pharmacy journals play a role in improving the quality of published articles and promoting the discipline. The Granada Statements, compiled by a group of journal editors, provide recommendations for strengthening pharmacy practice as a discipline, including the appropriate use of terminology, impactful abstracts, peer reviews, journal scattering, and effective use of performance metrics.
FARMACIA HOSPITALARIA
(2023)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Fernando Fernandez-Llimos, Shane Desselle, Derek Stewart, Victoria Garcia-Cardenas, Zaheer-Ud-Din Babar, Christine Bond, Ana Dago, Ramune Jacobsen, Lotte Stig Norgaard, Carlo Polidori, Manuel Sanchez-Polo, Bernardo Santos-Ramos, Natalia Shcherbakova, Fernanda S. Tonin
Summary: Pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences encompass various disciplines, including clinical pharmacy and social pharmacy. Research findings in pharmacy practice are disseminated through scientific journals, and journal editors play a crucial role in promoting the discipline by improving article quality. The Granada Statements, a compilation of 18 recommendations in six topics, resulted from a meeting of clinical and social pharmacy practice journal editors in Spain, aiming to strengthen pharmacy practice as a discipline.
PHARMACY EDUCATION
(2023)
Editorial Material
Health Policy & Services
Fernando Fernandez-Llimos, Shane Desselle, Derek Stewart, Victoria Garcia-Cardenas, Zaheer-Ud-Din Babar, Christine Bond, Ana Dago, Ramune Jacobsen, Lotte Stig Norgaard, Carlo Polidori, Manuel Sanchez-Polo, Bernardo Santos-Ramos, Natalia Shcherbakova, Fernanda Tonin
Summary: Pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences encompass various disciplines, including clinical and social pharmacy practice. These practices disseminate research findings through scientific journals, and journal editors play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of published articles. To strengthen pharmacy practice as a discipline, a group of clinical and social pharmacy practice journal editors convened in Granada, Spain, resulting in the Granada Statements. These statements consist of 18 recommendations grouped into six topics, such as the appropriate use of terminology, impactful abstracts, and the selection of the most suitable pharmacy practice journal for authors.
JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL POLICY AND PRACTICE
(2023)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Lina Naseralallah, Derek Stewart, Malcom Price, Vibhu Paudyal
Summary: The aim of this study was to synthesize the literature on medication errors in outpatient and ambulatory settings. The results showed that medication errors, particularly prescribing errors and dosing errors, were prevalent in these settings. Inadequate knowledge was a common contributory factor. The quality of intervention studies was poor, highlighting the need for future research with high-quality designs.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACY
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Tal Margaliot Kalifa, Hen Y. Sela, Jordanna Joseph, Sorina Grisaru-Granovsky, Fayez Khatib, Misgav Rottenstreich
Summary: Pregnancies following a second trimester uterine evacuation do not have an increased risk of preterm delivery or other adverse perinatal outcomes compared to pregnancies following a first trimester uterine evacuation.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY AND REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dominique A. Badr, Mieke M. Cannie, Caroline Kadji, Xin Kang, Andrew Carlin, Jacques C. Jani
Summary: The objective of this study was to assess the influence of the test-to-delivery interval on the performance of ultrasound and MRI in predicting birthweight. The results showed that MRI performed best in predicting birthweight greater than gestational age if delivery occurred within two weeks of the examination, with a slight decrease thereafter, while ultrasound performance decreased drastically over time.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY AND REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Corina N. Schoen, Sami Backley, Lauren Orr, Amrita Roy, Tiffany Corlin, Alexander B. Knee
Summary: This retrospective cohort study aimed to evaluate whether induction of labor is associated with a lower risk of cesarean section in patients with isolated polyhydramnios. The study found that planned induction was associated with a lower rate of cesarean delivery compared to expectant management, but the difference was not statistically significant. Additionally, no differences were observed in maternal or fetal secondary outcomes.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY AND REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Ohad Houri, Asaf Romano, Yossi Geron, Gil Zeevi, Eran Hadar, Shiri Barbash-Hazan, Shir Danieli-Gruber
Summary: Women with prior uterine rupture have good maternal and neonatal outcomes in subsequent pregnancies when managed at a tertiary medical center, with planned elective term cesarean delivery, or even earlier, at the onset of spontaneous preterm labor.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY AND REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY
(2024)
Correction
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Laura E. Janssen, Marjon A. de Boer, Eline C. E. von Konigslow, Elisa Dal, Martijn A. Oudijk, Danielle Robbers-Visser, Christianne J. M. de Groot
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY AND REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Natalia Rzewuska, Jacek Kunicki, Katarzyna Pieniak, Paulina Laskus, Bernadeta Zabielska, Roman Smolarczyk, Michal Kunicki
Summary: This systematic review examined the comorbidity of idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and their impact on metabolism, hormone levels, and reproduction. The findings showed a high prevalence of comorbidity between the two conditions, which may have significant clinical implications for patient management.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY AND REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY
(2024)