Since 2004, the Publications Committee has been charged with developing and publishing various publications, including the SMFM Consult Series and the SMFM Clinical Guidelines series published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. The Publications Committee collaborates with other Societies and Colleges to develop joint publications and statements, as appropriate. The Committee plans topics, selects authors, and reviews each completed paper before it is submitted for an internal SMFM review process and then for publication. All Committee members have filed conflict of interest statements with SMFM. Any conflicts have been resolved through a process approved by the Executive Board. To facilitate transparency in SMFM's guideline development process, a brief overview of the key stages in development is provided here. Feedback for SMFM Publications is welcome at pubs@smfm.org
Introduction Models of abortion care are continually evolving and expanding. Historically, advocates, lawyers, journalists, clinicians, and researchers have used a variety of terms to refer to different types of abortion. In 2004, Weitz and colleagues published an editorial laying out the need... Continue Reading
Society of Family Planning Clinical Recommendation: Medication abortion between 14 0/7 and 27 6/7 weeks of gestation Continue Reading
Abstract : Hemorrhage after abortion is rare, occurring in fewer than 1% of abortions, but associated morbidity may be significant. Although medication abortion is associated with more bleeding than procedural abortion, overall bleeding for the two methods is minimal and not clinically different.... Continue Reading
Cosponsored by the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) , Pediatric and Congenital Electrophysiology Society (PACES) , American College of Cardiology (ACC) ,American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) ,Latin American Heart Rhythm Society (LAHRS) , Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) ... Continue Reading
Original Article TAGS: psychiatric disorders, psychosocial issues, Postpartum Depression, postpartum, Postpartum anxiety, Postpartum OCD, postpartum psychosis CATEGORIES: SMFM Endorsed Partner Publication Continue Reading
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This replaces SMFM Consult Series #47: Sepsis during pregnancy and the puerperium. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) endorses this document. Abstract Maternal sepsis is a significant cause of maternal morbidity and mortality, and is a potentially preventable cause... Continue Reading
Society of Anesthesia and Sleep Medicine and the Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology Consensus Guideline on the Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Pregnancy Continue Reading
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Abstract The rate of solid organ transplant in reproductive-aged patients has increased in the past 3 decades. Concurrently, the range of medical immunosuppressive agents has increased, making it safer for reproductive-aged individuals who have received transplants to attempt and continue a... Continue Reading
Abstract The American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL) and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) endorse this document. Cerclage is the mainstay of treatment for cervical insufficiency. Although transabdominal cerclage may have advantages over... Continue Reading
PURPOSE To assess the evidence regarding safety and efficacy of psychiatric medications to treat mental health conditions during pregnancy and lactation. The conditions reviewed include depression, anxiety and anxiety-related disorders, bipolar disorder, and acute psychosis. For information on... Continue Reading
