Is coronary spasm associated with chronic low-grade inflammation?
Minor elevations of the serum hs-CRP level are significantly associated with coronary spasm, suggesting that chronic low-grade inflammation may be involved in the pathogenesis of coronary spasm.
Mediolateral episiotomy is an independent risk factor for 3rd or 4th degree perineal tears, even in critical conditions such as shoulder dystocia, instrumental deliveries, occiput-posterior position, fetal macrosomia, and NRFHR. Prophylactic use of episiotomy in these conditions does not seem beneficial if performed to prevent 3rd or 4th degree perineal tears.