Andrea N. Simpson

Canadian Experience with Acessa ProVu: A Case Series of the First 60 Laparoscopic Radiofrequency Fibroid Ablation Procedures at a Single Centre

Anjali Sachdeva, Andrea N. Simpson, André Laroche, Lynn Sterling

OBJECTIVE: (s): Laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation (Lap-RFA) is a minimally invasive procedure for reducing fibroid size; however, most published studies primarily focus on fibroids ≤7 cm. We describe the first Canadian case series of ultrasound-guided Lap-RFA for symptomatic fibroids, including treatment of fibroids …

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SARS-CoV-2 Infection and Rates of Neonatal Congenital Anomalies

John W. Snelgrove, Rinku Sutradhar, Nancy Noel Baxter, Karl Everett et autres

Importance: There is conflicting evidence for associations between maternal SARS-CoV-2 infection and neonatal congenital anomalies. Population-based studies evaluating confirmed maternal infection during pregnancy and at specific gestational time periods are needed. Objective: To evaluate associations between laboratory-confirmed maternal SARS-CoV-2 infection in pregnancy …

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Physician Work Patterns in Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Return to the Workforce

Andrea N. Simpson, R Sutradhar, Eric McArthur, Maria Christine Cusimano et autres

Importance: Pregnancy and parental leave remain poorly supported in medical culture, yet little is known about how physicians adjust their workloads around childbirth. Objective: To examine work patterns of physicians before, during, and after pregnancy across specialties. Design, Setting, and Participants: This …

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Assessing the impact of delivery method on severe maternal morbidity among individuals with inflammatory bowel disease: a population-based study

Andrea N. Simpson, Rinku Sutradhar, E Benchimol, Wing C Chan et autres

BACKGROUND & AIMS: Individuals with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) may have worse obstetrical outcomes than those without IBD. We assessed the odds of severe maternal morbidity (SMM) among individuals with IBD compared to those without by IBD subtype (Crohn's disease [CD] or …

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Identifying patients with obesity from health administrative data: Diagnostic accuracy of surgical billing claims

Maria Christine Cusimano, Nancy Noel Baxter, Rahim Moineddin, María Fernanda Flores Chiu et autres

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Laparoscopy Versus Laparotomy for Surgical Management of Ovarian Dermoid Cysts in Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

N. Ty Smith, Justin Wei-Jia Lim, Carolyn P. Ziegler, Lisa Allen et autres

STUDY OBJECTIVE: To compare intraoperative cyst rupture, peritonitis, and cyst recurrence after ovarian dermoid surgery via laparoscopy versus laparotomy in pediatric and adolescent patients. METHODS: A comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted following PRISMA guidelines and the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic …

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Lived experience of pregnant patients with sickle cell disease: A qualitative study

Lindsey M. Zhang, Vesna Sokol Karadjole, Andrea N. Simpson, Evangelina Koumoutsea et autres

Abstract Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder. It is marked by end-organ effects and increased pregnancy complications. Patients also frequently encounter stigma, racism, and mistreatment within the healthcare system. Our objectives were to (1) understand the lived experience of …

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Optimizing Patient Decision-Making for Uterine Fibroid Surgery: Qualitative Insights for a Decision Aid

Erica Pascoal, SILVIA PIETROPAOLO, Alysha Nensi, Andrea N. Simpson et autres

Community Agency Health Promotion Capacity for Ethno-Culturally Diverse Immigrant Women: Qualitative Interviews

Smita Dhakal, Sharon Iziduh, Swarna D.S. Weerasinghe, Saleema Allana et autres

High rates of international migration must be addressed by healthcare systems. In particular, immigrant women lack access to and quality of care. Community-based health promotion may be one way to reach immigrant women. The aim of this study was to explore the …

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Exposure to Computed Tomography Before Pregnancy and Risk for Pregnancy Loss and Congenital Anomalies

Camille Simard, Longdi Fu, Tomi Odugbemi, Andrea N. Simpson et autres

BACKGROUND: Animal studies show ovarian follicle damage and mutagenesis after ionizing radiation exposure. Computed tomography (CT) imaging is commonly done outside pregnancy, but risks to future pregnancy are unknown. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the risk for spontaneous pregnancy loss and congenital anomalies in …

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Combined spinal epidural anaesthesia for caesarean delivery of quadruplets: a case report

Sam Talbot, Andrea N. Simpson, Shona Cowan, Rachel Hignett

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Patterns of Antepartum Care in Ontario Before and During a Time of COVID-19 and Virtual Care: A Population-Based Study

Stephanie C. Lapinsky, Nancy Noel Baxter, Rinku Sutradhar, Karl Everett et autres

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