Placenta and the long-term health of the mother

Alexander Kofinas M.D. Cardiovascular health, Fetal Growth Restriction (IUGR), General Health, In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), Infertility, Miscarriage, Preeclampsia, Pregnancy Complications, Premature Rupture of Membranes (PROM), Preterm Labor/Birth, Recurrent Fetal Loss (miscarriage), Recurrent IVF Failure Leave a Comment

Breast cancer: the loud threat Women of all ages and strata are too familiar with the perils of breast cancer. After all, cancer is known to be a lethal disease although many women achieve complete cure. It is no surprise then that cancer thoughts are terrifying. Publicity campaigns regarding the risks and early prevention of breast cancer are found everywhere. Cars, trees, billboards, and various ...

Aspirin reduces the risk of preterm preeclampsia

Alexander Kofinas M.D. Fetal Growth Restriction (IUGR), Preeclampsia, Pregnancy Complications, Preterm Labor/Birth, Uncategorized Leave a Comment

Preterm preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication affecting pregnant women before the completion of 37 weeks gestation. Severe preterm preeclampsia appears usually before 32 weeks gestation. This is a very dangerous pregnancy complication that is responsible for a significant number of maternal, fetal and neonatal deaths. Preterm preeclampsia afflicts 3-7% or all pregnancies worldwide and it is the leading cause of maternal death in many ...