A gynaecologist's viewpoint

Backache in gynaecologists.

The objectives of the study were to assess the overall prevalence of backache in gynaecologists and determine its impact on work, and to identify possible occupational risk factors. The sample comprised gynaecologists, both active and retired, listed as members of the Ulster Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society, who were asked to complete and return a postal questionnaire. The response rate w...

Gynaecologists' awareness of bone healthcare in Switzerland.

PRINCIPLES To assess gynaecologists' awareness of bone healthcare in women and the prevalence of application of national recommendations on bone healthcare in Switzerland. METHODS During the annual meeting of the Swiss Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics 2012, the Swiss Association against Osteoporosis (SVGO) performed standardised interviews with conference participants (n = 210). Question...

The role of obstetrician-gynaecologists in Canada.

This policy statement was prepared by the Executive and approved by the Council of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada.

Obstetricians and Gynaecologists’ Views on Nuchal Cord

Objectives: To explore the view of Hong Kong obstetrics and gynaecology specialists on the impact of nuchal cord on fetal outcome, mode of delivery, and its management. Methods: A questionnaire was mailed to all registered Hong Kong specialists in obstetrics and gynaecology (n=381) in July 2012 with a prepaid return envelope. Results: The overall response rate was 50.7%. About one-third and one...

ROYAL College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.