Critical pregnancy at altitude: A look at Latin America.

Critical pregnancy at high altitudes increases morbidity and mortality from 2500 m above sea level. In addition to altitude, there are other influential factors such as social inequalities, cultural, prehospital barriers, and lack the appropriate development of healthcare infrastructure. The most frequent causes of critical pregnancy leading to admission to Intensive Care Units are pregnancy hypertensive disorders (native residents seem to be more protected), hemorrhages and infection/sepsis. In Latin America, there are 32 Intensive Care Units above 2500 m above sea level. Arterial blood gases at altitude are affected by changes in barometric pressure. The analysis of their values provides very useful information for the management of obstetric emergencies at very high altitude, especially respiratory and metabolic pathologies.

Psychiatric disorders in pregnant women admitted to the high-risk obstetric service in a Colombian university clinic between 2013 and 2017.

OBJECTIVE: To determine the psychiatric diagnoses and treatments of patients admitted to the high-risk obstetric service who underwent a consultation with a liaison psychiatrist. METHODS: A descriptive observational study that included pregnant women from the high-risk obstetric service of a highly specialised clinic in Medellín, who had a liaison psychiatry consultation between 2013 and 2017. The main variables of interest were psychiatric and obstetric diagnoses and treatments, in addition to biopsychosocial risk factors. RESULTS: A total of 361 medical records were screened, with 248 patients meeting the inclusion criteria. The main prevailing psychiatric diagnosis was major depressive disorder (29%), followed by adaptive disorder (21.8%) and anxiety disorders (12.5%). The pharmacologic treatments most used by the psychiatry service were SSRI antidepressants (24.2%), trazodone (6.8%) and benzodiazepines (5.2%). The most common primary obstetric diagnosis was spontaneous delivery (46.4%), and the predominant secondary obstetric diagnoses were hypertensive disorder associated with pregnancy (10.4%), gestational diabetes (9.2%) and recurrent abortions (6.4%). Overall, 71.8% of the patients had a high biopsychosocial risk. CONCLUSIONS: The studied population's primary psychiatric disorders were major depressive disorder, adjustment disorder and anxiety disorders, which implies the importance of timely recognition of the symptoms of these perinatal mental pathologies, together with obstetric and social risks, in the prenatal consultation. Psychiatric intervention should be encouraged considering the negative implications of high biopsychosocial risk in both mothers and children.

Partos verticalizados e ocorrência de lacerações perineais em casa de parto do Distrito Federal / Vertical births and occurrence of perineal lacerations in a birth center in the Federal District

Comparar as distintas posições verticalizadas adotadas por parturientes durante o trabalho de parto, associando à ocorrência de possíveis lacerações perineais e seus respectivos graus. Metodologia: Trata-se de um estudo epidemiológico, observacional, descritivo, transversal, retrospectivo, de abordagem quantitativa. O estudo foi realizado na Casa de Parto de São Sebastião, localizada no Distrito Federal, a qual contou com uma amostra aleatória de 499 mulheres, que tiveram seus partos no período de janeiro de 2018 a dezembro de 2021. Resultados: O estudo apontou que 354 mulheres adotaram posições verticalizadas durante o período expulsivo e 249 obtiveram algum grau de laceração; já 145 adotaram posições não verticalizadas e 74 tiveram algum grau de laceração. Entre as posições verticalizadas, a mais adotada foi com o uso da banqueta de parto (37%). Conclusão: As posições verticalizadas estão associadas ao maior número de lacerações, porém o grau da laceração varia entre as posições.(AU)

To compare the different upright positions adopted by parturients during labor, associating them with the occurrence of possible perineal lacerations and their respective degrees. Methodology: This is an epidemiological, observational, descriptive, cross-sectional, retrospective study with a quantitative approach. The study was carried out at the Casa de Parto de São Sebastião, located in the Federal District, which had a random sample of 499 women who gave birth between January 2018 and December 2021. Results: The study found that 354 women adopted upright positions during the expulsive period and 249 had some degree of laceration; 145 adopted non-upright positions and 74 had some degree of laceration. Among the upright positions, the most commonly adopted was the use of the birthing stool (37%). Conclusion: Upright positions are associated with a higher number of lacerations, but the degree of laceration varies between positions.(AU)

Comparar las diferentes posiciones erguidas adoptadas por las parturientas durante el trabajo de parto, asociándolas con la ocurrencia de posibles laceraciones perineales y sus respectivos grados. Metodología: Se trata de un estudio epidemiológico, observacional, descriptivo, transversal, retrospectivo y con abordaje cuantitativo. El estudio se realizó en la Casa de Parto de São Sebastião, ubicada en el Distrito Federal, que contó con una muestra aleatoria de 499 mujeres que dieron a luz entre enero de 2018 y diciembre de 2021. Resultados: El estudio encontró que 354 mujeres adoptaron posiciones erguidas durante el período expulsivo y 249 tuvieron algún grado de laceración; 145 adoptaron posiciones no erguidas y 74 tuvieron algún grado de laceración. Entre las posturas erguidas, la más adoptada fue el uso del taburete de parto (37%). Conclusión: Las posiciones verticales se asocian con el mayor número de laceraciones, pero el grado de laceración varía entre las posiciones.(AU)

Impacto de la implementación de un método de traspaso de información estandarizada interdisciplinar en sala de partos y unidad de cuidados obstétricos intermedios / Impact of the implementation of a standardised interdisciplinary information transfer method in the Delivery room and Intermediate Obstetric Care Unit

Objetivo Este estudio tiene como objetivo describir la implementación de la metodología estandarizada en la transferencia de información en sala de partos y unidad de cuidados obstétricos intermedios en un hospital de tercer nivel de Barcelona e identificar el impacto de esta implementación en los factores que actúan como facilitadores y barreras en el procedimiento. Método Estudio cuasiexperimental tipo pretest-postest sin grupo control en la unidad de cuidados obstétricos intermedios y sala de partos del servicio de Medicina Maternofetal de un hospital de tercer nivel de Barcelona. El personal sanitario autocumplimentó un cuestionario ad hoc antes y después de implementar la metodología estandarizada IDEAS en el servicio durante 2019 y 2020. Se evaluó la autopercepción personal en el procedimiento de transferencia de información. El test de Wilcoxon por pares se utilizó para la comparación antes y después. Resultados El uso de una metodología estandarizada ha mostrado un impacto en la mejora de la transmisión de la información. Se detectaron diferencias significativas antes y después de la intervención en las siguientes dimensiones: ubicación, personas implicadas, periodo de tiempo del procedimiento, estructurada ordenada y clara y tiempo suficiente para preguntas (p<0,001); mientras que no se observaron diferencias en transmisión al profesional referente, actuaciones bien definidas y realización de un resumen. Conclusiones Existen factores, como aspectos estructurales, organizativos y falta de tiempo, que dificultan la comunicación efectiva, por tanto, actúan como barreras en la transferencia de información. La implementación de una metodología con las personas implicadas, el tiempo y el espacio adecuado permite mejorar aspectos en la comunicación en el equipo multiprofesional y, por tanto, la seguridad del paciente. (AU)

Aim This study aims to describe the implementation of the standard methodology for information transfer in the labour ward and Intermediate Obstetric Care Unit and to identify the impact of this implementation on the factors that act as facilitators and barriers in the procedure. Method Quasi-experimental pretest-posttest study without a control group in an Intermediate Obstetric Care Unit and delivery room of the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Service of a tertiary hospital in Barcelona. Healthcare staff self-completed an ad hoc questionnaire before and after implementing the standardised IDEAS methodology in the service during 2019 and 2020. Personal self-perception in the information transfer procedure was assessed. The Wilcoxon pairwise test was used for comparison before and after. Results The use of a standardised methodology has shown an impact on improving the transmission of information. Significant differences were detected before and after the intervention in the following dimensions: location, people involved, time period of the procedure, structured, orderly and clear, and sufficient time for questions (p<0.001); while no differences were observed in: transmission to the referring professional, well-defined actions, and completion of a summary. Conclusions There are factors such as structural and organisational aspects and lack of time that hinder effective communication and therefore act as barriers to the transfer of information. The implementation of a methodology with the health professionals involved, the time and the appropriate space allows for the improvement of communication aspects in the multiprofessional team and, therefore, patient safety. (AU)

Impacto de la implementación de un método de traspaso de información estandarizada interdisciplinar en sala de partos y unidad de cuidados obstétricos intermedios / Impact of the implementation of a standardised interdisciplinary information transfer method in the Delivery room and Intermediate Obstetric Care Unit

Objetivo Este estudio tiene como objetivo describir la implementación de la metodología estandarizada en la transferencia de información en sala de partos y unidad de cuidados obstétricos intermedios en un hospital de tercer nivel de Barcelona e identificar el impacto de esta implementación en los factores que actúan como facilitadores y barreras en el procedimiento. Método Estudio cuasiexperimental tipo pretest-postest sin grupo control en la unidad de cuidados obstétricos intermedios y sala de partos del servicio de Medicina Maternofetal de un hospital de tercer nivel de Barcelona. El personal sanitario autocumplimentó un cuestionario ad hoc antes y después de implementar la metodología estandarizada IDEAS en el servicio durante 2019 y 2020. Se evaluó la autopercepción personal en el procedimiento de transferencia de información. El test de Wilcoxon por pares se utilizó para la comparación antes y después. Resultados El uso de una metodología estandarizada ha mostrado un impacto en la mejora de la transmisión de la información. Se detectaron diferencias significativas antes y después de la intervención en las siguientes dimensiones: ubicación, personas implicadas, periodo de tiempo del procedimiento, estructurada ordenada y clara y tiempo suficiente para preguntas (p<0,001); mientras que no se observaron diferencias en transmisión al profesional referente, actuaciones bien definidas y realización de un resumen. Conclusiones Existen factores, como aspectos estructurales, organizativos y falta de tiempo, que dificultan la comunicación efectiva, por tanto, actúan como barreras en la transferencia de información. La implementación de una metodología con las personas implicadas, el tiempo y el espacio adecuado permite mejorar aspectos en la comunicación en el equipo multiprofesional y, por tanto, la seguridad del paciente. (AU)

Aim This study aims to describe the implementation of the standard methodology for information transfer in the labour ward and Intermediate Obstetric Care Unit and to identify the impact of this implementation on the factors that act as facilitators and barriers in the procedure. Method Quasi-experimental pretest-posttest study without a control group in an Intermediate Obstetric Care Unit and delivery room of the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Service of a tertiary hospital in Barcelona. Healthcare staff self-completed an ad hoc questionnaire before and after implementing the standardised IDEAS methodology in the service during 2019 and 2020. Personal self-perception in the information transfer procedure was assessed. The Wilcoxon pairwise test was used for comparison before and after. Results The use of a standardised methodology has shown an impact on improving the transmission of information. Significant differences were detected before and after the intervention in the following dimensions: location, people involved, time period of the procedure, structured, orderly and clear, and sufficient time for questions (p<0.001); while no differences were observed in: transmission to the referring professional, well-defined actions, and completion of a summary. Conclusions There are factors such as structural and organisational aspects and lack of time that hinder effective communication and therefore act as barriers to the transfer of information. The implementation of a methodology with the health professionals involved, the time and the appropriate space allows for the improvement of communication aspects in the multiprofessional team and, therefore, patient safety. (AU)

Neonatos con diagnóstico prenatal de hidrops fetal: experiencia durante 10 años en un centro de tercer nivel / Neonates with a prenatal diagnosis of hydrops fetalis: A 10-year experience in a tertiary care center

Introducción: El hidrops fetal (HF) es una condición rara con una alta mortalidad. Este estudio analiza la evolución obstétrica y perinatal de los diagnósticos prenatales de HF, relacionándola con la etiología y el tratamiento intrauterino (TIU) recibido. Pacientes y métodos: Se revisaron 164 gestantes con diagnóstico prenatal de HF entre 2011 y 2021. Se registraron intervenciones prenatales, hallazgos clínicos, etiologías y resultados de los recién nacidos vivos. Resultados: Se realizó un estudio invasivo prenatal en el 79,3% de los pacientes. Las etiologías mayoritarias fueron alteraciones genéticas (31%), infecciones TORCH y por parvovirus B19 (9,7%), y cardiopatías estructurales (9,1%). En el 25,6% se realizó TIU, y entre todas las gestaciones, el 74,4% fueron interrumpidas. Las alteraciones genéticas tuvieron tasas más altas de interrupción legal del embarazo respecto a otras etiologías (p<0,01). Del total, solo nacieron el 25,6% de los fetos, la mayoría pretérmino. Los que recibieron TIU gozaron de mayores tasas de supervivencia perinatal y al año de vida (p<0,001). De entre aquellos nacimientos, las cardiopatías estructurales presentaron las peores tasas de supervivencia, mientras que las causas con mejor pronóstico fueron las taquiarritmias. La supervivencia al año de vida entre aquellos recién nacidos vivos fue del 70%, pero el 58,6% asociaron morbilidad significativa al alta. Conclusiones: A pesar de los avances en el manejo del HF, el mal pronóstico obstétrico, la mortalidad perinatal y la morbilidad de los supervivientes siguen siendo significativos. Estos datos son importantes para asesorar a las familias que reciben un diagnóstico prenatal de HF.(AU)

Introduction: Hydrops fetalis (HF) is a rare condition with a high mortality. This study analysed the obstetric and perinatal outcomes of antenatally diagnosed HF according to its aetiology and the possibility of intrauterine treatment (IUT). Patients and methods: We carried out a retrospective review of the health records of 164 pregnant women with a prenatal diagnosis of HF in a tertiary care centre between 2011 and 2021. We analysed prenatal interventions, clinical findings, aetiologies and obstetric and live-born infant outcomes. Results: An invasive prenatal study had been performed in 79.3% cases. The most common aetiologies were genetic disorders (31%), TORCH and parvovirus B19 infections (9.7%) and structural heart diseases (9.1%). Intrauterine treatment was performed in 25.6%, and 74.4% of pregnancies were terminated. Pregnancies with a prenatal diagnosis of genetic or chromosomal disorders had higher rates of elective termination compared to other aetiologies (P<.01). Among all pregnancies, only 25.6% resulted in live births (LBs), most of them preterm. Perinatal and 1-year survival rates were higher in the group that received IUT (P<.001). Among the LBs, structural heart diseases had the worst survival rates, while the aetiology with the best outcomes was tachyarrhythmia. Survival at 1year of life among those born alive was 70%, but 58.6% of these infants had significant morbidity at discharge. Conclusions: Despite advances in the management of FH, the poor obstetric prognosis, perinatal mortality and morbidity of survivors is still significant. These data are important for the purpose of counselling families when HF is diagnosed antenatally.(AU)

Neonates with a prenatal diagnosis of hydrops fetalis: A 10-year experience in a tertiary care center.

INTRODUCTION: Hydrops fetalis (HF) is a rare condition with a high mortality. This study analysed the obstetric and perinatal outcomes of antenatally diagnosed HF according to its aetiology and the possibility of intrauterine treatment (IUT). PATIENTS AND METHODS: We carried out a retrospective review of the health records of 164 pregnant women with a prenatal diagnosis of HF in a tertiary care centre between 2011-2021. We analysed prenatal interventions, clinical findings, aetiologies and obstetric and live-born infant outcomes. RESULTS: An invasive prenatal study had been performed in 79.3% cases. The most common aetiologies were genetic disorders (31%), TORCH and parvovirus B19 infections (9.7%) and structural heart diseases (9.1%). Intrauterine treatment was performed in 25.6%, and 74.4% of pregnancies were terminated. Pregnancies with a prenatal diagnosis of genetic or chromosomal disorders had higher rates of elective termination compared to other aetiologies (P < .01). Among all pregnancies, only 25.6% resulted in live births (LBs), most of them preterm. Perinatal and 1-year survival rates were higher in the group that received IUT (P < .001). Among the LBs, structural heart diseases had the worst survival rates, while the aetiology with the best outcomes was tachyarrhythmia. Survival at 1 year of life among those born alive was 70%, but 58.6% of these infants had significant morbidity at discharge. CONCLUSIONS: Despite advances in the management of FH, the poor obstetric prognosis, perinatal mortality and morbidity of survivors is still significant. These data are important for the purpose of counselling families when HF is diagnosed antenatally.

Characterization of cardiac arrhythmias and maternal-fetal outcomes in pregnant women: A prospective cohort study.

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Cardiovascular disease is a common cause of morbidity and mortality in pregnant women. Arrhythmias are common complications during pregnancy; however, the data are limited. Our goal was to characterize the epidemiology, clinical presentation, and impact of cardiac arrhythmias on maternal-fetal outcomes. METHODS: A prospective cohort study from the Colombian Registry of Pregnancy and Cardiovascular Disease was carried out from 2016 to 2019. All patients with tachyarrhythmia or bradyarrhythmia and a minimum follow-up of six months after delivery were included. The primary outcome was a composite of cardiac events defined as pulmonary edema, symptomatic sustained arrhythmia requiring specific therapy, stroke, cardiac arrest, or maternal death. Secondary outcomes were other cardiac, neonatal, and obstetric events. RESULTS: Arrhythmias were the most common cause of referral to our dedicated cardio-obstetric clinic. A total of 92 patients were included, mean age 27±6 years; 8.7% had previous structural heart disease, and cardiology consultation was delayed in 79.4%. The most common arrhythmias were premature ventricular contractions (33%) and paroxysmal reentrant supraventricular tachycardias (15%); 11 patients (12%) had cardiac implantable electronic devices. Cardiac events occurred in 18.4% of patients, obstetric events occurred in 6.5%, and one caesarean was indicated in the context of symptomatic severe mitral stenosis. Adverse neonatal outcomes were observed in 24.3% of newborns. CONCLUSIONS: Arrhythmias were the most common cause of referral to a dedicated cardio-obstetric clinic; most had a benign course. Adverse maternal cardiovascular outcomes were significant and there was a high rate of obstetric and neonatal adverse events, underlining the importance of multidisciplinary care.

Impact of the implementation of a standardised interdisciplinary information transfer method in the delivery room and intermediate obstetric care unit.

AIM: This study aims to describe the implementation of the standard methodology for information transfer in the labour ward and Intermediate Obstetric Care Unit and to identify the impact of this implementation on the factors that act as facilitators and barriers in the procedure. METHOD: Quasi-experimental pretest-posttest study without a control group in an Intermediate Obstetric Care Unit and delivery room of the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Service of a tertiary hospital in Barcelona. Healthcare staff self-completed an ad hoc questionnaire before and after implementing the standardised IDEAS methodology in the service during 2019 and 2020. Personal self-perception in the information transfer procedure was assessed. The Wilcoxon pairwise test was used for comparison before and after. RESULTS: The use of a standardised methodology has shown an impact on improving the transmission of information. Significant differences were detected before and after the intervention in the following dimensions: location, people involved, time period of the procedure, structured, orderly and clear, and sufficient time for questions (p < 0.001); while no differences were observed in: transmission to the referring professional, well-defined actions, and completion of a summary. CONCLUSIONS: There are factors such as structural and organisational aspects and lack of time that hinder effective communication and therefore act as barriers to the transfer of information. The implementation of a methodology with the health professionals involved, the time and the appropriate space allows for the improvement of communication aspects in the multiprofessional team and, therefore, patient safety.

Violencia obstétrica, una visión actual. Definición, percepción por parte de profesionales y propuestas de mejora. Revisión narrativa / Obstetric violence, a current vision. Definition, perception by professionals and proposals for improvement. Narrative review

Resumen ANTECEDENTES: El término violencia obstétrica es hoy en día extensamente mencionado y del que pueden encontrarse múltiples definiciones, todas ellas con el denominador común de crítica a las prácticas que no abogan por una atención digna y con respeto del parto. OBJETIVO: Evaluar, mediante una revisión bibliográfica narrativa, la situación actual de la violencia obstétrica que permita definir la percepción del personal de salud respecto a ella y a la práctica asistencial, así como respecto al término de violencia obstétrica. Además, valorar propuestas de mejora para la atención de salud que reporten a las pacientes una mejor asistencia periparto. METODOLOGÍA: Revisión bibliográfica de artículos publicados del 2017 al 2022 en las bases de datos de PubMed, Scopus, Medes, LILACS, Cinahl, SciELO y Web of Science. MesH de búsqueda: Violence; Obstetrics; Humanizing Delivery; Obstetric Delivery. RESULTADOS: Se localizaron 1469 referencias bibliográficas que luego de aplicar los criterios de inclusión y exclusión solo quedaron 17 y se tomaron en cuenta otras 13 por considerarlas de interés para enriquecer el análisis. CONCLUSIONES: El trato inadecuado durante los procedimientos obstétricos no solo genera controversia en la sociedad, sino también en los profesionales de la salud que atienden directamente a las embarazadas en el parto. Dotar a los profesionales de salud actuales y futuros de las herramientas necesarias para tratar a las pacientes desde un modelo biopsicosocial es fundamental para ofrecer una mejor asistencia, de mejor calidad.

Abstract BACKGROUND: The term "obstetric violence" is widely used today, and several definitions can be found, all with the common denominator of criticizing practices that do not promote dignified and respectful childbirth. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate, through a narrative bibliographic review, the current situation of obstetric violence in order to define the perception of health personnel regarding obstetric violence and health care practice, as well as the term obstetric violence. In addition, to evaluate proposals for improvement in health care that will provide patients with better peripartum care. METHODOLOGY: Bibliographic review of articles published from 2017 to 2022 in PubMed, Scopus, Medes, Lilacs, Cinahl, SciELO and Web of Science databases. Search terms: Violence; obstetrics; humanizing delivery; obstetric delivery. RESULTS: 1469 bibliographic references were located and after applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, only 17 remained and another 13 were included because they were considered of interest to enrich the analysis. CONCLUSIONS: Obstetric violence generates controversy not only in society, but also among health professionals who directly care for pregnant women during childbirth. Providing current and future health professionals with the necessary tools to treat patients from a biopsychosocial model is essential to provide better and higher quality care.

Síndrome de burnout em residentes de ginecologia e obstetrícia de uma maternidade-escola / Burnout syndrome in gynecology and obstetrics residents of a teaching maternity unit

RESUMO Introdução: Os médicos residentes constituem um grupo de risco para distúrbios emocionais e comportamentais, e isso pode levar à síndrome de burnout e interferir negativamente no atendimento prestado. Objetivo: Este estudo teve como objetivos identificar os estressores vivenciados por residentes de ginecologia e obstetrícia (GO) de uma maternidade-escola do Sul do Brasil e estimar a prevalência da síndrome de burnout entre eles. Método: Realizou-se a coleta de dados de agosto a dezembro de 2020 com 21 residentes. A coleta compreendeu duas etapas: na primeira, fez-se uma entrevista semiestruturada, por meio de um roteiro-guia, visando identificar os estressores vivenciados pelos residentes em GO. Na sequência, os participantes receberam um questionário autoaplicável que teve por objetivo medir o nível de burnout pautado no Maslach Burnout Inventory. Para análise dos dados qualitativos, adotou-se a metodologia discurso do sujeito coletivo. Para análise dos dados quantitativos, foi utilizada a descrição analítica dos dados. Resultado: Entre os estressores vivenciados pelos residentes, destacam-se: falta de acolhimento pela equipe multiprofissional ao ingressarem na residência; excessiva carga horária de trabalho; poucas horas de sono; o desafio de se tornarem responsáveis pelo próprio aprendizado; as várias abordagens terapêuticas por preceptores diferentes para um mesmo problema; sensação de insuficiência de conteúdo teórico durante a residência; culpa por não estudarem o quanto acreditam que deveriam; diminuição do tempo destinado ao lazer e à atividade física; alto nível de estresse; abalo emocional que a grande responsabilidade assumida acarreta; e falta de apoio psicológico. Dos 21 médicos residentes, a síndrome de burnout esteve presente em 57,1% dos participantes. Exaustão emocional foi a mais frequente dimensão (52,7%), seguida por despersonalização (33,3%) e baixa realização profissional (9,5%). Conclusão: Os estressores relatados apontam para necessidade de revisão da residência a fim de que consequências nefastas à saúde mental de residentes, como a síndrome de burnout e suas consequências, sejam prevenidas, diminuídas ou sanadas, de modo a evitar danos tanto para os residentes como para os pacientes por eles atendidos e para instituição de saúde. São propostas medidas profiláticas na busca de melhorias na qualidade de vida, na qualidade do atendimento e, talvez no aspecto mais importante: a mudança de foco, da residência centrada no serviço para a residência centrada no aprendiz.

ABSTRACT Introduction: Medical residents constitute a risk group for emotional and behavioral disorders, which can lead to Burnout Syndrome, negatively interfering with the care provided. Objective: To identify the stressors experienced by Gynecology and Obstetrics residents of a teaching maternity hospital in southern Brazil and estimate the prevalence of Burnout Syndrome among them. Method: Data was collected from August to December 2020 with 21 residents and comprised two stages: the first consisted of a semi-structured interview, using a guide script, aiming to identify the stressors experienced by the GO residents. Subsequently, the participants received a self-administered questionnaire that aimed to measure the level of Burnout based on the Maslach Burnout Inventory. Qualitative data analysis was performed using the Collective Subject Discourse methodology. Quantitative data analysis was performed using the analytical description of the data. Results: Among the stressors experienced by residents, the following stand out: lack of acceptance by the multidisciplinary team when entering the residency; excessive workload; lack of sleep; the challenge of becoming responsible for one's own learning; the various therapeutic approaches by different preceptors for the same problem; feeling of insufficient theoretical content during the residency; guilt for not studying as much as you believe you should; decreased time devoted to leisure and physical activity, high level of stress; emotional upheaval that the great responsibility assumed entails and lack of psychological support. Of the 21 resident physicians, Burnout Syndrome was present in 57.1% of the participants. Emotional exhaustion was the most frequent dimension (52.7%), followed by Depersonalization (33.3%) and Low professional achievement (9.5%). Conclusion: The reported stressors point to the need to review the residency so that harmful consequences to the mental health of students, such as Burnout syndrome and its consequences, are prevented, reduced or remedied, avoiding damage to the residents, their patients and the health care institution. Prophylactic measures are proposed in the search for improvements in the quality of life, the quality of care and, perhaps most importantly, the shift in focus from a service-centered residency to a learner-centered residency.

Technological advances in obstetric nursing consultations using ultrasound / Avances tecnológicos en consultas de enfermería obstétrica utilizando ultrasonido / Avanço tecnológico na consulta de enfermagem obstétrica com uso de ultrassonografia

ABSTRACT Objective: to understand how ultrasound tools are used in prenatal Nursing consultations from the perspective of obstetric nurses. Method: a descriptive and qualitative study carried out with ten obstetric nurses that use obstetric ultrasound in their Nursing consultations at a maternity hospital in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Individual, semi-structured interviews were conducted between December 1st and 4th, 2021. The Atlas.ti software was employed to process the results using Bardin's thematic content analysis. Results: the obstetric nurses expanded comprehensive care for pregnant women by implementing the use of ultrasound technology during Obstetric Nursing consultations, thus innovating the practices in Brazil. However, they faced countless challenges, which they overcame thanks to the positive results of improving obstetric and fetal care. Conclusion: using ultrasound technology in Obstetric Nursing consultations represents an advance in the Nursing practice, as it enables access and qualification to timely care, free of charge and through the Unified Health System. The support and encouragement of the institutional management strengthened obstetric nurses' professional autonomy, mediating the implementation of innovation. The study focus is added to the technological development employed in the everyday work of Brazilian Nursing, increasing resoluteness of decision-making in health problems.

RESUMEN Objetivo: comprender cómo se utiliza la herramienta de ultrasonido en consultas de Enfermería prenatal, según la opinión de enfermeras especializadas en Obstetricia. Método: estudio descriptivo de enfoque cualitativo, realizado en una maternidad de Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brasil, con diez enfermeras(os) especializadas(os) en Obstetricia que utilizan ultrasonido obstétrico en consultas de Enfermería. Se llevaron a cabo entrevistas individuales y semiestructuradas entre el 1 y el 4 de diciembre de 2021. Se utilizó el programa de software Atlas.ti para procesar los resultados por medio de análisis temático de contenido según Bardin. Resultados: las enfermeras especializadas en Obstetricia ampliaron la atención integral provista a las embarazadas, implementando el uso de la tecnología de ultrasonido durante las consultas de Enfermería Obstétrica, innovando así las prácticas de la profesión en Brasil. No obstante, enfrentaron innumerables desafíos, que fueron superados gracias a los resultados positivos de calificación de la atención obstétrica y fetal. Conclusión: utilizar la tecnología de ultrasonido en consultas de Enfermería Obstétrica representa un avance en la práctica de Enfermería, puesto que permite acceder y calificar los cuidados en tiempo y forma, de manera gratuita y a través del Sistema Único de Salud. El apoyo e incentivo por parte de la gerencia institucional fortalecieron la autonomía profesional de las enfermeras especializadas en Obstetricia, mediando la implementación de la innovación. El punto central del estudio se suma al desarrollo tecnológico empleado en la rutina de trabajo de los profesionales de Enfermería en Brasil, expandiendo así la capacidad de resolución del proceso de toma de decisiones relacionado con problemas de salud.

RESUMO Objetivo: compreender o uso da ferramenta ultrassonográfica na consulta de enfermagem de pré-natal sob a perspectiva das enfermeiras obstétricas. Método: estudo descritivo, de abordagem qualitativa, realizado em uma maternidade de Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brasil, com dez enfermeiras(os) obstétricas(os) que utilizam a ultrassonografia obstétrica na consulta de enfermagem. Entrevista individual, semiestruturada, realizada entre 1º e 4 de dezembro de 2021. Utilizou-se o software Atlas.ti para o tratamento dos resultados por meio da análise de conteúdo temática de Bardin. Resultados: as enfermeiras obstétricas ampliaram o cuidado integral às gestantes, implementando a utilização da tecnologia ultrassonográfica durante a consulta de enfermagem obstétrica, inovando as práticas no Brasil. Entretanto, enfrentaram inúmeros desafios, que foram superados graças aos resultados positivos de qualificação do cuidado obstétrico e fetal. Conclusão: a utilização da tecnologia ultrassonográfica na consulta de enfermagem obstétrica significa um avanço na prática de enfermagem, pois possibilita acesso e qualificação ao cuidado em tempo oportuno, gratuitamente, pelo Sistema Único de Saúde. O apoio e o incentivo da gestão institucional fortaleceram a autonomia profissional das enfermeiras obstétricas, mediando a implementação da inovação. O foco do estudo soma-se ao desenvolvimento tecnológico empregado no cotidiano de trabalho da enfermagem brasileira, ampliando a resolubilidade da tomada de decisão aos agravos à saúde.

Entre a busca por assistência e sua efetivação: peregrinação de gestantes e puérperas com quadro de Near Miss Materno / Between the search for assistance and its realization: the peregrination of pregnant and postpartum women with Maternal Near Miss

Resumo Este estudo, de caráter misto e sequencial exploratório, objetivou identificar padrões relacionados a trajetória de mulheres gestantes e puérperas que evoluíram para situações de risco, desde sua chegada em um primeiro serviço de assistência até sua admissão em uma maternidade terciária. A fase quantitativa analisou 1.703 prontuários e registros de internação de mulheres assistidas em três maternidades terciárias da Região Metropolitana de Fortaleza, no Ceará, entre 2010 e 2019. Na fase qualitativa, realizada entre janeiro e setembro de 2020, participaram 14 mulheres sobreviventes ao Near Miss Materno (NMM), por meio da Entrevista Narrativa Autobiográfica de Schütze. Os achados desvelam como atrasos relacionados aos profissionais e ao sistema de saúde contribuíram para a peregrinação de gestantes e puérperas e, consequentemente, para os quadros de NMM. A peregrinação destas mulheres associa-se a problemas nas estruturas da rede de atenção e dos serviços de saúde. Assim, fazem-se necessários o uso de ferramentas de acompanhamento da qualidade do serviço prestado pelos profissionais de saúde, os processos assistenciais bem estabelecidos, as estruturas físicas e as Redes de Atenção à Saúde (RAS), que suportem o seguimento desses processos.

Abstract This mixed-method and sequential exploratory study aims to identify patterns related to the trajectory of pregnant and puerperal women who evolved to risk situations, from arrival in a first care service to admission to a tertiary maternity hospital. The quantitative phase analyzed 1,703 medical records and hospitalization records of women assisted in three tertiary maternity hospitals in the Metropolitan Region of Fortaleza, Ceará, from 2010 to 2019. The qualitative phase was conducted from January to September 2020 with 14 women survivors of Maternal Near Miss (MNM), using Schütze's Autobiographical Narrative Interview. The findings reveal how delays related to professionals and the health system contributed to the pilgrimage of pregnant and postpartum women and, consequently, to the MNM cases. The peregrination of these women is associated with problems in the structures of the Care Network and the services. Thus, it becomes necessary to use tools to monitor the quality of the service provided by health professionals and to provide well-established care processes, physical structures, and the healthcare networks that support the follow-up of these processes.

Decúbito prono en el tercer trimestre del embarazo durante la era COVID-19: un abordaje transdisciplinar / Prone position in the third trimester of pregnancy during the COVID-19 era: A transdisciplinary approach

Existe evidencia muy limitada respecto del uso de la ventilación en decúbito prono como parte del tratamiento de un síndrome de distrés respiratorio agudo severo para pacientes en periodo de gestación. Actualmente las recomendaciones para el manejo ventilatorio invasivo en esta población son muy escasas y se basan en la extrapolación de las conclusiones obtenidas en estudios de pacientes no gestantes. La literatura disponible asevera que la anatomía y la fisiología de la gestante experimentan complejos cambios adaptativos que deben ser considerados durante el soporte ventilatorio invasivo y el prono. Con la ventilación en decúbito prono, los beneficios obtenidos para el binomio superan ampliamente a los eventuales riesgos. La programación adecuada del ventilador mecánico se correlaciona con un concepto claro y simple: la individualización del soporte. De todas maneras, la decisión del momento oportuno para la interrupción del embarazo debe fundamentarse con un adecuado juicio clínico multidisciplinario y además debe ser respaldado con una estricta monitorización fetal.(AU)

There is very limited evidence regarding the use of prone position as part of the treatment of severe acute respiratory distress syndrome in pregnant patients. Currently, recommendations for invasive ventilatory management in this population are very scarce and are based on the extrapolation of conclusions obtained in studies of non-pregnant patients. The available literature asserts that the anatomy and physiology of the pregnant woman undergoes complex adaptive changes that must be considered during invasive ventilatory support and prone position. With prone ventilation, the benefits obtained for the couple far outweigh the eventual risks. Adequate programming of the mechanical ventilator correlates with a clear and simple concept: individualization of support. In any case, the decision on the timing of termination of pregnancy should be based on adequate multidisciplinary clinical judgment and should be supported by strict monitoring of the product.(AU)

Satisfacción y desarrollo de competencias en escenarios de simulación clínica de alta fidelidad en estudiantes de Obstetricia / Satisfaction and development of skills in high-fidelity clinical simulation scenarios in Obstetrics students

Introducción: La simulación clínica ha surgido como un método de aprendizaje y de evaluación que genera la adquisición de destrezas y habilidades en las ciencias de la salud. El aprendizaje bajo escenarios de simulación clínica se asocia con mayores niveles de satisfacción, confianza y logro de contenidos al poder practicar las habilidades sin perjuicio al paciente, lo cual es una clara respuesta a la necesidad actual de proteger la seguridad del paciente, y asegurar una formación continua y eficiente. Este estudio busca analizar la relación entre la satisfacción y la adquisición de competencias generadas en estudiantes de Obstetricia de la Universidad Andrés Bello a través de escenarios de simulación clínica de alta fidelidad. Sujetos y métodos: Cuarenta y dos estudiantes de cuarto año de Obstetricia de la Universidad Andrés Bello se enfrentaron a seis escenarios de simulación de alta fidelidad que evaluaron la adquisición de habilidades técnicas para la asistencia del parto y una encuesta de satisfacción para escenarios de simulación de fidelidad.Resultados: La evaluación de las habilidades contó con un promedio de cumplimiento para el primer escenario de un 59,78%; para el segundo, de un 70,29%; para el tercero, de un 71,42%; para el cuarto, de un 81,32%; para el quinto, de un 87,71%; y para el sexto, de un 96,86%. Las estudiantes coinciden en que la simulación es un método útil para el aprendizaje (100%), que es una herramienta que mejora las habilidades técnicas (97,6%), que ha aumentado la seguridad y confianza (100%), y que los escenarios de alta fidelidad fueron satisfactorios (100%). Conclusiones: Los estudiantes de Obstetricia mejoraron sus competencias clínicas, que involucran habilidades comunicacionales y razonamiento clínico, y además perciben altos niveles de satisfacción al realizar seis escenarios de alta fidelidad.(AU)

Introduction: Clinical simulation has emerged as a learning and evaluation method that generates the acquisition of skills and abilities in the field of health sciences. Learning under clinical simulation scenarios is associated with higher levels of satisfaction, confidence, ability to provide information, and content achievement by being able to practice the skills without harming the patient, which is a clear response to the current need to protect the safety of the patient and ensure continuous and efficient training. This study seeks to analyze the relationship between satisfaction and the acquisition of competencies in Obstetrics students at the Andrés Bello University, through high-fidelity clinical simulation scenarios. Subjects and methods: Forty-two Obstetrics students from the Andrés Bello University faced six high-fidelity simulation scenarios that evaluated the acquisition of technical skills for childbirth assistance through an evaluation rubric and a satisfaction survey for high fidelity simulation scenarios.Results: The evaluation of the skills had an average compliance for the first scenario of 59.78%, for the second 70.29%, for the third 71.42%, the fourth 81.32%, the fifth 87 71% and the sixth 96.86%. Regarding the satisfaction in the highfidelity clinical simulation scenarios, the students agree that simulation is a useful method for learning (100%), that it is a tool that improves technical skills (97.6%), that has felt security and confidence (100%) and that the high-fidelity scenarios were satisfactory (100%). High fidelity simulation scenarios prove to be a satisfactory tool for skill acquisition. Conclusion: Obstetrics students improved their clinical competencies, which involve communication skills and clinical reasoning, and also, perceived high levels of satisfaction after 6 high-fidelity scenarios.(AU)

Estado ácido-base en obstetricia crítica y altitud / Acid-base status in critical care obstetrics at altitude

OBJETIVO: describir el estado ácido base en pacientes obstétricas críticamente enfermas a muy alta altitud, al momento de su ingreso a la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos. MATERIAL Y MÉTODO: estudio descriptivo transversal. Se incluyen todas las pacientes obstétricas internadas en la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos Adultos del Hospital del Norte de la ciudad de El Alto, La Paz a 4150 metros sobre el nivel del mar, ingresadas en el periodo enero 2019-enero 2022. RESULTADOS: se ingresaron 79 pacientes, con media de edad de 29 años (desviación estándar 8.06 años), 52 casos (66%) por preeclampsia severa, 14 casos (18%) por hemorragia obstétrica, 8 casos (10%) por sepsis obstétrica y 5 (6%) por diagnósticos diversos como taquicardia supraventricular e intoxicaciones, existieron 8 pacientes fallecidas (10% de mortalidad) destacando la sepsis obstétrica con mayor fallecimiento y mayor tiempo de internación. CONCLUSIÓN: los cambios fisiológicos propios del embarazo, la convierten en una paciente de riesgo, identificando la diferencia de iones fuertes aparente y abreviada como posibles factores pronóstico en la paciente obstétrica en estado crítico. PALABRAS CLAVE: estado acido-base, obstetricia crítica, gran altitud

OBJECTIVE: to describe the acid base status in critically ill obstetric patients at very high altitude, at the time of admission to the Intensive Care Unit. METHODOLOGY: retrospective descriptive study. All obstetric patients admitted to the Adult Intensive Care Unit of the Hospital del Norte in the city of El Alto, La Paz at 4150 meters above sea level, in the period January 2019-January 2022, are included. RESULTS: 79 patients were admitted, with a mean age of 29 years (standard deviation 8.06 years), 52 cases (66%) due to severe preeclampsia, 14 cases (18%) due to obstetric hemorrhage, 8 cases (10%) due to obstetric sepsis. and 5 (6%) due to various diagnoses such as supraventricular tachycardia and poisoning, there were 8 deceased patients (10% mortality), highlighting obstetric sepsis with the highest death rate and longest hospital stay. DISCUSSION: the physiological changes during pregnancy make her a risk patient, identifying the apparent and abbreviated strong ion difference as possible prognostic factors in the critically ill obstetric patient

Evaluación de la dilatación cervical en simuladores comparada con una herramienta visual: estudio aleatorizado / Cervical dilation assessment in simulators compared to a visual tool: A randomized study / Avaliação da dilatação cervical em simuladores comparada a uma ferramenta visual: estudo randomizado

Objetivo: comprobar la tasa de evaluación correcta mediante la comparación visual directa de las medidas de dilatación cervical en modelos de cuello uterino de consistencia dura. Método: estudio aleatorizado abierto con 63 estudiantes de obstetricia a los que se les asignó usar o no la comparación visual directa con una guía de dilatación. Los estudiantes estimaron de forma ciega la dilatación cervical en simuladores con diferentes dilataciones. El resultado primario fue la tasa de evaluación correcta. Resultados: los estudiantes realizaron 441 pruebas. Se observó una mayor tasa de evaluación correcta en el grupo experimental que en el grupo control (47,3% versus 27,2%; p < 0,001; Odds Ratio = 2,41; intervalo de confianza del 95% = 1,62-3, 58). Conclusión: la comparación visual directa aumentó la precisión de la evaluación de la dilatación cervical en modelos de simulación de cuello, lo que podría ser beneficioso en el entrenamiento de laboratorio. Registro Brasileño de Ensayos Clínicos n.º U1111-1210-2389.

Objective: to verify the correct assessment rate when using direct visual comparison in the cervical dilation measures in hard-consistency cervix simulation models. Method: an open-label and randomized study conducted with 63 Obstetrics students that were designated either to use direct visual comparison in a dilation guide or not. The students estimated cervical dilation blindly in simulators with different dilations. The primary outcome was the correct assessment rate. Results: the students performed 141 tests. A higher correct assessment rate was found in the Experimental Group than in the Control Group (47.3% versus 27.2%; p<0.001; Odds Ratio = 2.41; 95% Confidence Interval = 1.62-3.58). Conclusion: the direct visual comparison increased precision of the cervical dilation assessment in cervix simulation models, with the possibility of being beneficial in laboratory training. Brazilian Registry of Clinical Trials No. U1111-1210-2389.

Objetivo: verificar a taxa de avaliação correta com o uso da comparação visual direta nas medidas de dilatação cervical em modelos de simulação de colo com consistência dura. Método: estudo randomizado aberto com 63 estudantes de obstetrícia que foram designados para usar comparação visual direta em um guia de dilatação ou não. Os estudantes estimaram cegamente a dilatação cervical em simuladores com diferentes dilatações. O desfecho primário foi a taxa de avaliação correta. Resultados: os estudantes realizaram 441 testes. Foi encontrada maior taxa de avaliação correta no grupo experimental do que no grupo controle (47,3% versus 27,2%; p <0,001; Odds Ratio = 2,41; intervalo de confiança de 95% = 1,62-3,58). Conclusão: a comparação visual direta aumentou a precisão da avaliação da dilatação cervical em modelos de simulação de colo, podendo ser benéfica no treinamento em laboratório. Registro Brasileiro de Ensaios Clínicos nº U1111-1210-2389.

Diseño de una plantilla de escenarios de simulación clínica. Una propuesta para la formación en Obstetricia y Puericultura / Design of a clinical simulation scenario template. A proposal for training in Obstetrics and Child Care

Objetivo: Elaborar un esquema de diseño de escenarios de simulación clínica apoyados en un modelo de plantilla aplicable a la formación del grado de Obstetricia y Puericultura en universidades chilenas. Material y métodos: Se revisaron las mallas curriculares de 19 universidades que imparten el grado de Obstetricia y Puericultura en Chile, y se analizaron detalladamente seis planes de estudio de ellas. Se detectaron 26 competencias susceptibles de enseñarse con metodología de simulación. Se delimitaron los campos necesarios para ejecutar una sesión o actividad basada en simulación clínica de acuerdo con las recomendaciones de diseño identificadas en la bibliografía, la experiencia del Centro de Innovación en Simulación CISARC de la Universitat de Vic-Universitat Central de Catalunya, Campus Manresa, y la propia experiencia de las autoras. El proceso de diseño incluyó una validación de las plantillas en varias competencias y pruebas piloto. Resultados: Se diseñaron cuatro plantillas: dos fueron plantillas didácticas para la enseñanza de dos niveles de complejidad de la competencia de patología mamaria y otras dos fueron plantillas de evaluación del desempeño durante la simulación. Estas plantillas fueron validadas aplicándolas a tres competencias técnicas y no técnicas, para finalmente elaborar nuestro propio esquema de plantilla que guiará los diseños de la formación con simulación para estudiantes del grado de Obstetricia y Puericultura. Conclusiones: Las plantillas de simulación propuestas son aplicables a las competencias del grado de Obstetricia y Puericultura, y facilitarán la aplicación correcta de la simulación a los docentes.(AU)

Aim: To elaborate a model for the design of clinical simulation scenarios supported by a template applicable to Obstetrics and Puericulture (Obstetricia y Puericultura) degree training in Chilean universities. Material and methods: The curricula of 19 universities that offer the degree of Obstetrics and Puericulture. in Chile were reviewed and six curricula of these universities were analyzed in detail. Twenty-six competencies susceptible to be taught with simulation methodology were detected. The necessary fields to execute a session or activity based on clinical simulation were delimited according to design recommendations identified in the literature, the experience of the Center for Innovation in Simulation CISARC of the Universitat de Vic-Universitat Central de Catalunya Manresa Campus and the authors' own experience. The design process included a validation of the templates in several competencies and pilot tests. Results: Four templates were designed, two were teaching template for teaching two levels of complexity of the competence breast diseases and other two were assessment templates for the performance during the simulation. These templates were validated by applying them to three technical and non-technical competences, to finally elaborate our own scheme of template that will guide the designs of the training with simulation for students of the degree of Obstetrics and Puericulture. Conclusions: The proposed simulation templates are applicable to the competencies of the Obstetrics and Puericulture degree and will facilitate the correct application of simulation to teachers.(AU)

Proposed introduction of the SBAR method in rehabilitation

This project aims to implement within the Rehabilitation Operative Unit of the Ausl of Bologna the standardised SBAR (Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation) method for the transfer of information between physiotherapists, in order to improve the safety of the care pathway. This project, promoted by the DATeR Direction of the Ausl of Bologna (Technical and Rehabilitation Assistance Direction), is characterised by the insertion of the SBAR form within some of the company's care units. Professional physiotherapists from some of the Care Units under the Rehabilitation Operational Unit were involved. The rehabilitation SBAR card was introduced in the Care Units involved in the following 6 months. The implementation phase was characterised both by the use of the tool and by periodic peer-to-peer meetings which animated discussions and comparisons on the specific contents concerning the card. Monthly sample checks were carried out on some completed SBAR forms to monitor their correct filling in. Finally, the opinion of all the physiotherapists of the 4 Care Units was surveyed through the administration of a semi-structured questionnaire. The SBAR rehabilitation form was therefore officially implemented from January 2020 in the 4 Care Units involved in the project. A further improvement project is planned to implement the use of the rehabilitation SBAR card in the entire Rehabilitation Unit.

Este proyecto tiene como objetivo implementar, dentro de la Unidad Operativa de Rehabilitación del Ausl de Bolonia, el método estandarizado Situación Antecedentes Evaluación Recomendación (SBAR, por sus siglas en inglés) para la transferencia de información entre fisioterapeutas, con el fin de mejorar la seguridad de la vía asistencial. Este proyecto, promovido por la Dirección de Asistencia Técnica y Rehabilitación (Dirección DATeR) de la Ausl de Bolonia, se caracteriza por la inserción del formulario SBAR en algunas de las unidades asistenciales de la empresa. Participaron fisioterapeutas profesionales de algunas de las unidades asistenciales dependientes de la Unidad Operativa de Rehabilitación. Se implantó la tarjeta de rehabilitación SBAR en las unidades asistenciales implicadas en los subsiguientes 6 meses. La fase de implementación se caracterizó tanto por el uso de la herramienta como por reuniones periódicas entre pares que animaron discusiones y comparaciones sobre los contenidos específicos relacionados con la tarjeta. Mensualmente se realizaron controles por muestreo de algunos formularios SBAR completados para controlar que fueran completados correctamente. Finalmente, se indagó la opinión de todos los fisioterapeutas de las 4 unidades asistenciales mediante la administración de un cuestionario semiestructurado. Por lo tanto, el formulario de rehabilitación SBAR se implementó oficialmente a partir de enero de 2020 en las cuatro unidades de atención involucradas en el proyecto. Está previsto otro proyecto de mejora para implantar el uso de la tarjeta SBAR de rehabilitación en toda la unidad de Rehabilitación.

Significado de la indexación de la Revista Peruana de Ginecología y Obstetricia a Scopus

La Revista Peruana de Ginecología y Obstetricia (RPGO) ha obtenido su inclusión en la importante base de datos Scopus. En una rápida recopilación de la publicación de la revista, se recuerda la dedicación editorial de sus seis editores, cuatro de los cuales acababan de presidir la Sociedad Peruana de Obstetricia y Ginecología (SPOG). Los momentos iniciales de trabajo editorial fueron realizados manualmente, en máquinas de escribir y visitando la imprenta continuamente, así como a los patrocinadores. El compromiso de los Comités Directivos de SPOG para financiar la publicación y distribución de los ejemplares permitió la gradual indexación a bases de datos locales, regionales e internacionales. Su internalización se amplió desde la publicación de la RPGO en el Open Journal Systems (OJS), sistema informático donde se publica los artículos con puntualidad, calidad, incluyendo sus características editoriales y la Información para los Autores. Ahora la publicación es solo virtual, en español e inglés, con visibilidad e impacto de los artículos desde el inicio de la RPGO en 1955. Con datos actualizados del OJS sobre la RPGO, el número de visitas mensuales a los resúmenes llegan hasta 10 mil y las descargas mensuales de artículos en formato PDF hasta más de 9 mil. Y, en el ámbito de revistas científicas de ginecoobstetricia de América Latina y España en Scopus, destaca el índice h de la RPGO por Google Scholar Metrics, como una de las mejores. Al presente, y frente a los desafíos futuros, la actividad de la RPGO ha sido fortalecida, estableciendo un equipo editorial y herramientas que permiten la ya iniciada profesionalización de los procesos de la actividad editorial.

The Peruvian Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics (RPGO, for its acronym in Spanish) has obtained its inclusion in the important Scopus database. A quick review of the journal's publication recalls the editorial dedication of its six editors, four of whom had just recently chaired the Peruvian Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology (SPOG, for its acronym in Spanish). The initial editorial work was carried out manually, on typewriters and continuously visiting the printing press, as well as the sponsors. The commitment of the SPOG Steering Committees to finance the publication and distribution of the issues allowed the gradual indexing to local, regional and international databases. Its internalization was expanded since the publication of the RPGO in the Open Journal Systems (OJS), a computer system where articles are published with punctuality, quality, including their editorial characteristics and the Information for Authors. Now the publication is only virtual, in English and Spanish, with visibility and impact of the articles since the beginning of the RPGO in 1955. With updated OJS data on the RPGO, the number of monthly visits to the abstracts reaches up to 10 thousand and monthly downloads of articles in PDF format reach more than 9 thousand. And, in the field of obstetrics and gynecology scientific journals in Latin America and Spain in Scopus, the h index of the RPGO by Google Scholar Metrics stands out as one of the best. At present, and facing future challenges, the activity of the RPGO has been strengthened, establishing an editorial team and tools that allow the already initiated professionalization of the processes of the editorial activity.