Objective To study the clinical significance of the microorganism culture result of amniotic fluid in cesarean section in the treatment of anti-infection after operation. Methods From August 2016 to May 2017 in Women’s and Children’s Hospital of Sichuan Province, 502 amniotic fluid samples were collected in cesarean section to carry out bacteria culture. The correlations between the amniotic fluid culture result and the preoperative and intraoperative risk factors and the correlations between postoperative infection and the preoperative and intraoperative risk factors were analyzed. Results In the 502 amniotic fluid samples, there were 131 samples culture-positive. The microbiological culture results of amniotic fluid were statistically different between the puerperae with gestational age<37 weeks and the ones with gestational age≥37 weeks (P=0.001). Postoperative infection occurred in 6 puerperae, in whom the amniotic fluid culture results were positive in 3 puerperae. There was no statistical difference in the occurrence of postoperative infection between the puerperae with amniotic fluid culture-positive results and the ones with negative results (P=0.382). The occurrence of postoperative infection was associated with preoperative infections, gestational age, using time of antimicrobial, and preoperative rupture of membranes (P<0.05). Conclusions The contamination rate of amniotic fluid specimen was high, which was of low reference value to anti-infection treatment after operation. When an extension of anti-infection treatment be carried out after cesarean section, suitable specimens should be selected according to the infection site.
Objective To investigate the clinical effect of high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) and uterine artery embolization (UAE) in the treatment of cesarean scar pregnancy (CSP). Methods A total of 152 patients with CSP diagnosed by B-type ultrasonography were enrolled prospectively in this study from June 2014 to May 2016 in Chengdu Women and Children’s Central Hospital and Suining Central Hospital. Six patients from Chengdu Women and Children’s Central Hospital and 84 from Suining Central Hospital for Volunteered HIFU treatment were regarded as observation group. The other 62 patients from Chengdu Women and Children’s Central Hospital were selected to accept UAE treatment voluntarily were designated as control group. The clinical efficacy and therapeutic safety of the two groups were compared after the treatment. Results Eighty-two patients (91.1%) in the observation group and 32 (51.6%) in the control group had a bleeding volume equal to 100 mL or lower during complete curettage of uterine cavity (P<0.05). The hospitalization expenses of the above two groups were respectively (25 126.51±1 473.49) and (32 928.42 ±1 579.35) yuan (P<0.05). The hospitalization time was (11.03±1.52) and (10.65±1.87) days respectively, and the difference was not statistically significant (P>0.05). There was no significant difference in the normal rate of human chorionic gonadotropin recovery between the observation group and the control group at 14 days after treatment (P>0.05). Eighty-seven patients (96.7%) in the observation group and 51 (82.3%) in the control group had their menstrual recovery to normal level at 2 months after treatment, and the difference was statistically significant (P<0.05). The incidence of postoperative complications was 1.1% and 6.4% in the observation group and the control group, respectively, and the difference was not statistically significant (P>0.05). Conclusions HIFU in the treatment of CSP is safe and effective. Compared with UAE, HIFU requires less cost with fewer complications, which is worth promoting.
ObjectivesTo systematically review the efficacy and safety of sufentanil versus fentanyl used in patient-controlled intravenous analgesia (PCIA) after cesarean section.MethodsAn online search of computerized searches of the database of MEDLINE (OVID), Web of Science, The Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, PubMed, EMbase, CNKI, WanFang Data, VIP and SinoMed were conducted. Randomized controlled trials published since the inceptions of these databases until April 1st 2018, involving the comparison of sufentanil versus fentanyl for PCIA after cesarean section were included. Two reviewers independently screened literature, extracted data and assessed the risk of bias of included studies. Then, meta-analysis was conducted using the RevMan 5.1 software.ResultsA total of 19 studies were included. The results of meta-analysis showed that, compared with the fentanyl group, the sufentanil group had statistically significant lower VAS scores at 4-hour (MD=–0.99, 95%CI –1.03 to –0.95, P<0.001), 8-hour (MD=–0.30, 95%CI –0.40 to –0.21, P<0.001), 12-hour (MD=–0.54, 95%CI –0.62 to –0.46, P<0.001) and 24-hour (MD=–0.35, 95%CI –0.41 to –0.28, P<0.001); statistically significant higher Ramsay scores at 4-hour (MD=0.72, 95%CI 0.66 to 0.78, P<0.001), 8-hour (MD=0.93, 95%CI 0.86 to 1.00, P<0.001), 12-hour (MD=0.98, 95%CI 0.91 to 1.05, P<0.001), 24-hour (MD=0.07, 95%CI 0.03 to 0.11, P=0.000 5), 48-hour (MD=0.05, 95%CI 0.03 to 0.08, P<0.000 1). As for the adverse reactions, sufentanil group had lower risks of having nausea and vomiting (RR=0.25, 95%CI 0.19 to 0.31, P<0.001), pruritus (RR=0.41, 95%CI 0.30 to 0.57, P<0.001), dizziness (RR=0.27, 95%CI 0.17 to 0.44, P<0.001) and urinary retention (RR=0.35, 95%CI (0.15, 0.82), P=0.02).ConclusionsThe current evidence shows that, sufentanil has better analgesia and sedative effects, and less risks of adverse reactions for safer clinical use.
ObjectiveTo systematically review the effectiveness and safety of combined spinal-epidural anesthesia for cesarean section. MethodsWe searched The Cochrane Library (Issue 10, 2013), PubMed, MEDLINE, EMbase, CBM, CNKI, VIP and WanFang Data for randomized controlled trials on combined spinal-epidural anesthesia for cesarean section up to October 2013. Two reviewers independently screened literature according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, extracted data, and assessed the methodological quality of included studies. Then meta-analysis was conducted using RevMan 5.2.9 software. ResultsA total of 9 studies containing 616 delivery women were included. The results of meta-analysis showed that:compared with epidural anesthesia, combined spinal-epidural anesthesia was superior in the time of sensory blockade to T4 (MD=-7.38, 95%CI-9.54 to-5.23, P < 0.000 01), muscle relaxation (OR=6.09, 95%CI 2.65 to 13.97, P < 0.000 1), and recovery of motor block (MD=-41.57, 95%CI-58.98 to-24.17, P < 0.000 01). Compare with spinal anesthesia, combined spinal-epidural anesthesia was superior in lowering the incidence of low blood pressure (OR=0.49, 95%CI 0.29 to 0.81, P=0.006). ConclusionCurrent evidence shows that combined spinal-epidural anesthesia could increase the effectiveness and safety of combined spinal-epidural anesthesia for cesarean section.
Objective To discuss the effect of continuous phenylephrine infusion and single-dose phenylephrine injection on puerpera undergoing spinal and epidural combined anesthesia and the infant outcomes. Methods A total of 50 patients scheduled for selective cesarean section under combined spinal and epidural anesthesia were selected as the study subjects between July 2015 and June 2016. They were randomly allocated into two groups with 25 in each. Group CII underwent continuous phenylephrine infusion [0.5 μg/(kg·min)] immediately after anesthesia to adjust the blood pressure, while group CON accepted single-dose phenylephrine injection (50 μg) after anesthesia when systolic pressure was lower than 90 mm Hg (1 mm Hg=0.133 kPa) or when the decrease of mean arterial pressure (MAP) was higher than 20% of the base value. The infusion of phenylephrine was stopped after the fetus was taken out. MAP, cardiac output, cardiac index (CI) at the time when the patient went into the delivery room (T1), before anesthesia (T2), 1 minute after anesthesia (T3), 3 minutes after anesthesia (T4), 10 minutes after anesthesia (T5), and delivery (T6) were recorded. Blood gas analysis of fetal umbilical arterial blood was carried out and neonatal Apgar score was recorded. Results Hemodynamics was more stable in group CII compared with group CON. Heart rate at T4 and T5, and cardiac output at T5 and T6 in group CON were significantly lower than those in group CII (P<0.05). The neonatal umbilical arterial blood pH value, base excess and HCO3－ were all significantly lower, while partial pressure of carbon dioxide was significantly higher in group CON than group CII (P<0.05). Conclusion Compared with single-dose phenylephrine injection, continuous phenylephrine infusion has more stable hemodynamics, and exert less effect on maternal and infant outcomes for patients undergoing cesarean section under combined spinal and epidural anesthesia.
ObjectiveTo systematically review the clinical efficacy and safety of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) prophylaxis with a single dose of tranexamic acid (TXA). MethodsThe Embase, PubMed, WanFang Data, VIP, CNKI, ChiCTR and Cochrane Library were electronically retrieved to collect clinical studies related to appraising the efficacy and safety in parturients after cesarean section used TXA perioperatively from inception to September, 2024. Two reviewers independently screened the literature, extracted data, and assessed the risk of bias of the included studies. Meta-analysis was then performed using R software. A trial sequential analysis of outcomes was carried out to investigate the reliability and conclusiveness of findings. ResultsA total of 43 RCTs including 23 497 parturients that compared the prophylactic use of a single dose of TXA with placebo or no treatment in parturients undergoing cesarean delivery. The results of meta-analysis revealed that there was a significantly reduced risk of PPH (RR=0.52, 95%CI 0.40 to 0.67, P<0.01), total blood loss (SMD=−183.73mL, 95%CI −220.87 to −146.60, P<0.01), need for blood transfusion (RR=0.42, 95%CI 0.30 to 0.60, P<0.01), and use of additional uterotonics (RR=0.55, 95%CI 0.43 to 0.70, P<0.01) with TXA use. There were no statistical differences in thromboembolic events between TXA and control groups (RR=1.05, 95%CI 0.54 to 2.03, P=0.11), and results were consistently in favor of TXA use across subgroups, and trial sequential analyses. ConclusionTaken as a whole, existing evidence suggests that TXA can effectively reduce PPH in patients undergoing cesarean delivery. Further, prophylactic TXA administration for parturients significantly reduced blood loss and need for blood transfusion, without increasing adverse events and use of additional uterotonics, supporting its use as a safe and effective strategy for reducing PPH in this population.
ObjectiveTo systematically review the prevalence and risk factors of the chronic post-cesarean section pain (CPCSP). MethodsPubMed, EMbase, The Cochrane Library, CINAHL, PsycInfo, CBM, WanFang Data, VIP, and CNKI databases were electronically searched to collect studies on the prevalence and risk factors of CPCSP from inception to August 2021. Two reviewers independently screened literature, extracted data, and assessed the risk of bias of included studies. Meta-analysis was then performed using Stata 15.1 software. ResultsA total of 43 studies involving 12 435 participants were included. The results of meta-analysis showed that the prevalence of CPCSP for 2 to 5 months, 6 to 11 months, and at least 12 months were 19% (95%CI 15% to 23%), 13% (95%CI 9% to 17%), and 8% (95%CI 6% to 10%), respectively. The risk factors included preoperative pain present elsewhere, postoperative severe acute pain, low abdominal transverse incision, non-intrathecal administration of morphine, preoperative anxiety, postpartum depression, etc. ConclusionsThe current evidence shows that the overall prevalence of CPCSP is high. Preoperative pain presents elsewhere, postoperative severe acute pain, low abdominal transverse incision, non-intrathecal administration of morphine, preoperative anxiety and postpartum depression may increase the risk of CPCSP.
【摘要】 目的 观察小剂量氯胺酮在健忘镇痛麻醉辅助局部麻醉（局麻）剖宫产中的应用。方法 选择1200例剖宫产的孕妇,随机分为单纯局麻组(L组)、氟芬强化局麻组(F组)和健忘镇痛麻醉组(J组),每组400例。L组单纯局麻;F组局麻术中辅以氟哌利多500 mg,芬太尼015 mg;J组在F组基础上辅以氯胺酮,观察各组患者麻醉诱导至胎儿娩出时间;新生儿1、5 min Apgar评分;手术中血压相对于基础值的波动情况;手术中及手术后出血情况及麻醉满意度。 结果 J组与L组和F组比较,胎儿娩出时间无显著差别;Apgar评分提高;手术中孕妇血压波动不明显;手术中及手术后出血量无明显增加,麻醉满意度明显提高。 结论 由小剂量氯胺酮辅助实施的健忘镇痛麻醉在局麻剖宫产中优于单纯局麻和氟芬强化局麻,在剖宫产中尤其急诊剖宫产中值得推广。【Abstract】 Objective To observe the application of lowdose ketamine during the local anesthesia in cesarean section assisted by analgestic and amnestic anesthesia. Methods A total of 1200 cases who need cesarean section were randomly divided into 3 groups (400 cases in each group): simple local anesthesia group (group L), droperidolfentanyl strengthen local anesthesia group (group F) and analgestic and amnestic anesthesia group (group J). Group L was only local anesthesia. Group F was local anesthesia supplemented by droperidol 500 mg, fentanyl 015 mg. Group J was supplemented with ketamine on the basis of group F. Then the time from anesthesia to the fetus delivery, Neonatal Apgar score of one and five minutes, the blood pressure fluctuations, amount of bleeding in or after surgery and the satisfaction of anesthesia were all observed. Results Compared with group L and F, the delivery time was no significant difference, Apgar score increased, blood pressure fluctuations in pregnant women was not obviously varied, amount of bleeding in or after surgery had no significantly increase, and the satisfaction of anesthesia improved markedly all in group J. Conclusions The analgestic and amnestic anesthesia assisted by lowdose ketamine, in cesarean section, is better than local anesthesia and strengthen local anesthesia by droperidolfentanyl, which is worthy to be popularized, especially in emergency caesarean section.
ObjectiveTo investigate the value of uterine compression suture through laparoscopy in the treatment of cesarean scar pregnancy (CSP). MethodsA random controlled study was conducted on 85 CSP patients diagnosed between September 2013 and December 2014. The patients were randomly divided into control group (n=43) and study group (n=42). The control group received routine evacuation under laparoscopy, while the study group received routine evaluation under laparoscopy combined with uterine compression suture. The efficacy of the two treatments were compared and analyzed. ResultsThe operation time of the control group and the study group was (36.6±17.7) and (45.6±14.8) minutes, respectively. Total amount of bleeding during and after the operation was (207.9±165.8) and (96.1±29.0) mL for the two groups of patients, and the above differences were statistically significant (P＜0.05). There was no significant difference in the indicators of anal exhaust time, hospitalization stay, blood β-human chorionic gonadotrophin clearance time, and menstruation recovery time between the two groups (P>0.05). ConclusionUterine compression suture through laparoscopy is a safe and reliable method to reduce the bleeding of CSP, which is easy to perform and worthy of promotion.
ObjectiveTo systematically review the effect of dexamethasone in preventing post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV) associated with epidural opioids for post-cesarean section analgesia. MethodsWe searched PubMed, EMbase, CNKI, WanFang Data and CBM databases from inception to Dec. 31th 2015, to collect randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing dexamethasone with placebo/blank for the prevention of PONV associated with epidural opioids for postcesarean section analgesia. Two reviewer independently screened literature, extracted data, and assess the risk of bias of included studies. Then, meta-analysis was conducted by using RevMan 5.3 software. ResultsA total of 11 RCTs from 10 papers involving 1 011 patients were included. The results of meta-analysis showed that, compared with the placebo/ blank group, the dexamethasone group had lower incidence rates of post-operative nausea (RR=0.50, 95% CI 0.39 to 0.65, P < 0.000 01), postoperative vomiting (RR=0.39, 95% CI 0.29 to 0.52, P < 0.000 01), PONV (RR=0.37, 95% CI 0.30 to 0.46, P < 0.000 01), and rescue antiemetic (RR=0.34, 95% CI 0.19 to 0.62, P=0.000 5). ConclusionsCurrent evidence indicates that dexamethasone is effective for preventing PONV after epidural opioids for post-cesarean section analgesia. Due to the limited quantity and quality of the included studies, the above conclusion needs to be further verified by more high quality studies.