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Articles in Nov 1, 2003 issue of OB/GYN News

• Cipro beats amoxicillin-clavulanate in cystitis study: young women, uncomplicated cystitis
  by Bruce Jancin
• Elevated NT, normal karyotype = good prognosis: 11-14 weeks' gestation
  by Miriam E. Tucker
• Repairing posthysterectomy vaginal vault prolapse: little data available
  by Sharon Worcester
• Tread carefully when setting fair market value: Stark law must be considered
  by Joyce Frieden
• Physician unionization: a difficult proposition: antitrust laws, other barriers
  by Joyce Frieden
• Low and high birth weight linked to cerebral palsy: possible liability implications: study shifts focus from intrapartum events
  by Nancy Walsh
• Follow the rules with shoulder dystocia: avoid fundal pressure
  by Nancy Walsh
• Heart health with Maya Angelou
• 'D-zone' clue key to clindamycin-resistant MRSA: test inducible resistance
  by Robert Finn
• Malpractice reform
  by Mary Ellen Schneider
• Shot pain device redesigned
• Antibiotic tx before prolapse, incontinence surgery cuts UTIs: macrobid vs. placebo
  by Damian McNamara
• Isolated anomaly may not warrant invasive testing: midtrimester scan
  by Nancy Walsh
• Filshie clip favored over Pomeroy technique in study
  by Doug Brunk
• Obesity and weight loss
  by Michele G. Sullivan
• Medicare to alter enrollment form: provider enrollment
  by Jennifer Silverman
• Patient assessment
• No significant increase in ovarian Ca risk with HT: new WHI analysis: investigators say combo HT's bone benefits don't outweigh therapy's overall risks
  by Michele G. Sullivan
• Hair treatments
  by Gideon Koren
• Breast reconstruction
• Hepatitis C virus may be spread through saliva: avoid toothbrush sharing
  by Bruce Jancin
• Birth bonuses
  by Mary Ellen Schneider
• General semen analysis kit
• Assess 'soft markers' with transvaginal ultrasound: chronic pelvic pain
  by Miriam E. Tucker
• Laparoscopic cholecystectomy ok in pregnancy: 150 successful cases
  by Sherry Boschert
• National Cancer Institute survey
• SARS outbreak caused psychological trauma: physicians also affected
  by Bruce Jancin
• HIPAA could impact state 'prompt pay' laws: 'clean claim' redefined?
  by Joyce Frieden
• GI disorder therapy
• Zyrtec may reduce hot flashes in postmenopausal women: small trial
  by Michele G. Sullivan
• First-trimester IUH flags risk of adverse outcome: spontaneous abortion
  by Miriam E. Tucker
• Colpocleisis: valid option for severe prolapse: selected women
  by Sharon Worcester
• Scrutinize hospital agreements before you sign: fair market value documentation is key
  by Steve Perlstein
• Democratic candidates' proposed health care plans: campaign 2004
  by Joyce Frieden
• Anal incontinence & sphincter injury: vaginal childbirth a factor
  by Damian McNamara
• Vital signs
• Talk back online
• Updated osteoporosis guide
• 'Ecstasy' drug tied to permanent neurotoxicity: looming public health problem
  by Bruce Jancin
• Smoking failures
  by Mary Ellen Schneider
• Fosamax oral solution
• Short-course cipro for pyelonephritis: unapproved regimen shows promise
  by Bruce Jancin
• Cerclage can remain in place after PPROM: no difference in outcomes
  by Nancy Walsh
• Skin care and aging
• Self-mutilation eating disorders may be linked: college women
  by Bruce Jancin
• Impact of virtual visits on doctor-patient relationship unclear: an end to 'true medicine'?
  by Jennifer Silverman
• Darvocet A500 approved
• FDA panel okays revised osteoporosis indication for PremPro: discussion of WHI data
  by Elizabeth Mechcatie
• Complete miscarriage? Rule out ectopic pregnancy: monitor HCG levels closely
  by Miriam E. Tucker
• Tibolone tied to increased BMD, less bleeding: not available in the United States
  by Michele G. Sullivan
• HIPAA privacy enforcement
  by Mary Ellen Schneider
• Sling for incontinence
• Lessons of malpractice litigation
  by Darrell L. Carter
• Hot news flashes
• Raloxifene tx not linked to gallbladder disease: posthoc analysis of major study
  by Michele G. Sullivan
• Missouri's waiting period
  by Mary Ellen Schneider
• Oral solution metformin