Dr. Kofinas Publications
| POOR OUTCOMES IN PATIENTS WITH LOW PAPP-A IN THE FIRST TRIMESTER | |
| Low PAPP-A in the first trimester in chromosomaly normal fetuses is a risk factor for poor pregnancy outcomes including preterm birth, pregnancy loss, late fetal demise, severe fetal growth retardation and neonatal death. | |
| THE RISKS OF IVF PREGNANCIES: IMPROPER CONCLUSIONS IN RECENT RESEARCH ARTICLE | |
| This is a classic example of poor research that leads to confusing and inaccurate results and conclusions. The risk for stillbirth and other fetal poor outcomes is increased but not for the reasons this study concluded. This kind of misguided research continues to be the reason for thousands of lost lives in IVF pregnancies. | |
| WHY LOW MOLECULAR WEIGHT HEPARIN (LOVENOX) PREVENTS PREGNANCY COMPLICATIONS | |
| This article describes why low molecular weight heparin (Lovenox, Fragmin, etc.) prevent most of the major placenta related pregnancy complications. The new research leaves no doubt of the benefits of proper anti-coagulation in patients with miscarriage, fetal demise, preeclampsia, IUGR and other pregnancy complications. | |
| FEBRUARY 2011 EDITION CERVICAL INCOMPETENCE AND PRETERM LABOR | |
| This article provides a complete understanding of the major problem of prematurity in the USA. You will understand why we have failed our patients as a nation and learn how we have solve this problem at Kofinas Perinatal helping thousands of babies stay in utero until they are mature and healthy. | |
| JANUARY 2011 EDITION POOR OUTCOMES IN IVF PREGNANCIES | |
| Learn why IVF pregnancies as well as pregnancies conceived by means of assisted reproductive technologies (ART) are at high risk for adverse outcomes and how you can prevent such poor outcomes. | |
| DECEMBER 2010 EDITION FOOD AND CARCINOGENS | |
| Meat cooking in high temperatures (grilling) generates a lot of carcinogens. Learn what meats are safe and how to cook meat in a safe and healthy way! | |
| SEPTEMBER 2010 EDITION ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS PART III | |
| Part III is the final segment on the essen1al fa3y acids subject. This final part, presents the poten1al risks from the various forms of omega‐3 nutrients (whole foods and supplements) as well as some advice how to get the best form of omega‐3 nutrients with the least risk to your health. Enjoy it! | |
| THE ROLE OF PLACENTA ON FETAL BRAIN DEVELOPMENT AND FUNCTION | |
| This article presents the latest on the effects of placental serotonin on fetal brain structure and function. | |
| ACE GENE POLYMORPHISM AND PREGANCY COMPLICATIONS | |
| Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) gene polymorphism has been found to cause severe placental thrombosis, fetal thrombotic vasculopathy, fetal growth restriction and other placenta related complications that can affect your baby's health. | |
| INTRAHEPATIC CHOLESTASIS OF PREGNANCY | |
| Intrahepatic Cholestasis of pregnancy can be lethal to the embryo. Learn about the etiology, pathology and management of this rare pregnancy complication. | |
| INDOMETHACIN DIAGNOSTIC THERAPEUTIC IN SHORT CERVIX | |
| This study demonstrates that proper use of Indomethacin can reduce prematurity by 90%. Indomethacin can be used as a diagnostic and therapeutic tool in patients with short cervix. | |
| APRIL 2010 EDITION MYTHS ABOUT FAT AND CARBS ON HEALTH AND WEIGHT LOSS PART I | |
| This is part I of the article that examines the myths about cholesterol and explains the effects of carbohydrates on poor health. It also discusses the differences between glycemic index and glycemic load. | |
| KOFINAS PERINATAL OUTCOMES IN HIGH RISK PATIENTS | |
| At Kofinas Perinatal Outcomes in High Risk patients are much better with less fetal loss, less growth failure, less fetal demises and less prematurity. This is achieved because of our unique treatment protocols we developed over the last 25 years. | |
| MARCH 2010 EDITION-HEALTH BENEFITS OF VITAMIN D3 | |
| Vitamin D is not just a vitamin; it is a hormone that affects the entire body. Vitamin D deficiency can be detrimental to our health leading to weak immune system, cancer, diabetes, hypertension, weak heart, AlzheimerÕs, multiple sclerosis, irritable bowel syndrome and in fetuses it causes poor brain development. Read how you can protect your self and your baby from Vitamin D deficiency. | |
| FEBRUARY 2010 EDITION-FETAL NUTRITION PART II | |
| Fetal nutrition and adult health Part II. This article describes the various foods that are appropriate for healthy fetal development and is the continuation of the Part I published in January. | |
| FETAL NUTRITION AND ADULT HEALTH LECTURE TRANSCRIPT | |
| This is the trascript of a lecture Dr. Kofinas gave at New York Methodist Hospital's Obstetrical Grand Rounds in December 2009 | |
| JANUARY 2010 EDITION-FETAL NUTRITION PART I | |
| In this issue, you will be amazed to realize that all the adult diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, heart attack and a lot more are programmed in utero when the fetus grows in an environment of deprivation (poor placenta function). | |
| DECEMBER 2009 EDITION-STANDARD OF CARE | |
| Quality of health care depends of the relationship of two individuals, the patient and his/her doctor. Any interference attempting to standardize this relationship will certainly cause more pain than benefit to all individuals involved. | |
| NOVEMBER 2009 EDITION OBESITY EPIDEMIC | |
| Obesity has become the number one problem of American society. Read the reasons why and some ideas on how to prevent it for a healthier life. | |
| OCTOBER 2009 EDITION-THROMBOPHILIA CONTROVERSY | |
| This issue examines the reasons why thrombophilia has been a controversial subject and explains the proper management of patients with thrombophilia to prevent poor perinatal outcomes. | |
| KOFINAS PERINATAL CARE EXCEEDS THE STARDARD OF CARE | |
| Describes the differences between our protocols and the standard of care protocols and why our management is much better. | |
| ONCE A CESAREAN ALWAYS A CESAREAN | |
| Once a cesarean always a cesarean | |
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