Peds/OB/GYN

Medication taken for nausea during pregnancy not associated with increased risk of major malformations
In an analysis that included more than 40,000 women exposed to the nausea medication metoclopramide in pregnancy, use of this drug was not associated with significantly increased risk of major congenital malformations overall, spontaneous abortion, and stillbirth, according to a study in the October 16 issue of JAMA. MedicalXpress

Omega-3 intake linked to higher cognition in infants, toddlers and young children
A study on the effect of the ratio of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids and the cognitive abilities of children seven to nine years of age were recently published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. In the study, dietary data confirmed the ratio of each child's omega-6 to omega-3 intake. After taking a set of neuropsychological tests, Cheatham said, "children who were eating too many omega-6 in comparison to omega-3 had slower speed of processing on working memory and planning problems." MedicalXpress

Population Council presents positive results of Phase 3 trial of 1-year contraceptive vaginal ring Study 300B was a multicenter, open-label trial that involved more than 1,100 healthy, normally ovulating women across 12 study sites in Australia, Europe, Latin America, and the United States. Preliminary results suggested that the contraceptive vaginal ring (CVR)— a type of long-acting, reversible contraceptive (LARC)—is as effective as other combined hormonal contraceptives in preventing pregnancy when used as directed. Preliminary results also suggested that the safety profile is consistent with that of available combined hormonal contraceptives. Eurekalert!