Isolation of Chlamydia trachomatis from amniotic fluid
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A report, possibly the first, is provided of the isolation of the organism Chlamydia trachomatis from amniotic fluid, the fluid in which the fetus floats. The mother experienced premature rupture of the fetal membranes (PROM) at 35 weeks gestation, and, when the presence of C. trachomatis in the amniotic fluid was confirmed, labor was induced. A normal infant was born and was treated with antibiotics for several days. Results from cultures made from the mother's cervix showed group B streptococci, Candida albicans, Ureaplasma urealyticum, and C. trachomatis. Only C. trachomatis and U. urealyticum were also found in the amniotic fluid and fetal tissue (the eye and nasopharynx). Whether C. trachomatis plays any role in prematurity and PROM is not known; however, screening women in high-risk categories for infection with this organism is probably indicated. (Consumer Summary produced by Reliance Medical Information, Inc.)
Publication Name: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0029-7844
Year: 1990
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The trouble with foreign teachers of English in Japan
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Majority of foreign English teachers in Japan fail to meet the teaching and personality standards of the institutions that hire them. Japan's culture calls for the subordination of individual rights for the welfare of the dominant group or society. Many foreign teachers show their opposition to such cultural demand by adopting their personal teaching method instead of following the procedure prescribed by education authorities. Other reasons given for the poor performance of some foreign teachers in Japan are their refusal to adjust to the Japanese way of life and their lack of commitment to their profession.
Publication Name: Journal of Career Planning & Employment
Subject: Careers and occupations
ISSN: 0884-5352
Year: 1992
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Tennis players are not allowed to change rackets when playing at a particular point. Although the racket's strings have been damaged, one is only entitled to replace his racquet after a sequence of exchanges has been done.
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 1998
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