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Ostetricia e Ginecologia
 

The Complex Operative Unit of Obstetrics and Gynecology, located on the 4th floor of the monumental Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza facility, provides inpatient care and support for pregnant women. It also specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of benign and oncological gynecological pathologies, utilizing the most advanced techniques currently available.

Clinical activities are delivered through both standard inpatient services and Day Surgery/Day Service programs, with highly specialized areas addressing the distinct needs of each subspecialty.

The Complex Operative Unit accompanies women throughout pregnancy, providing comprehensive support during childbirth, and performs a full range of gynecological surgeries using cutting-edge techniques and state-of-the-art equipment.

The unit operates two surgical theaters daily, from Monday to Friday, performing approximately 2,000 surgical procedures each year.

Specifically, the COU focuses on:

  • Childbirth support;
  • Prenatal diagnostics;
  • Ultrasound diagnostics for gynecological pathologies;
  • Delivery room management;
  • Benign gynecological pathologies;
  • Oncological gynecological pathologies;
  • Endometriosis;
  • Urogynecology;
  • Cervical and vaginal pathologies;
  • Female endocrinology.

What to bring to the hospital for delivery:

During Labor
  • Disposable incontinence briefs (e.g., Tena Pants)
  • Socks
  • Lip balm
  • Hand fan
  • Sponge hair ties
  • One small bottle of water

For Postpartum Stay

  • Disposable underwear
  • Paper cups
  • Toilet seat covers
  • Disposable paper towels

Items that are unnecessary:

  • Nursing bras
  • Postpartum abdominal binder
  • Toilet paper
  • Drinking water
  • Cutlery
For the Newborn

Required Items:

  • Blanket (1)
  • Onesies or outfits (3)
  • Undershirts or bodysuits (3)
  • Lightweight sweaters (3)
  • Hat (1)
    Note: Adjust according to the season.

Optional items that may be helpful:

  • Traditional good-luck shirt (1)
  • Socks
  • Bibs
  • Baby bottles
  • Pacifiers
  • Pacifier holder

Items that are unnecessary:

  • Crib sheets, blankets, and bumpers
  • Diapers

The numbers in parentheses represent the suggested minimum quantities and are purely indicative.

Head of Operative Unit:
Dr.ssa Annamaria Maglione

Operative Unit Contacts
Ward: 0882 410253

Department of Surgical Sciences

 C.O.U. Obstetrics and Gynecology
 
Associated Units:
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S.O.U Gynecolocical Surgery
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C.O.U. Complex Operative Unit
S.O.U. Simple Operative Unit
D.S.O.U. Departmental Simple Operative Unit
Doctors
Dr.ssa Ricciardi Piera
Dr. Faioli Raffaele
Dr.ssa Donati Laura
Dr.ssa Maglione Annamaria
Dr.ssa Mangiacotti Lucia
Dr. Bizzarri Michele
Dr. Montanaro Sergio
Dr.ssa Palazzo Paola