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Pregnancy and Birth
"Complication in mother or child", commentary by Prof. Breymman (NZZ readers' letter)
Letter to the editor - Prof. Breymann of 27.10.25 on article "Child death in birth center in court", NZZ / Andreas Leisi, 22.10.25). As an obstetrician, I have been attending births for thirty years, both vaginal births and...
Mesenchymal stem cells for the treatment of cerebral palsy
Cerebral palsy is a lifelong disorder characterized by movement disorders and postural problems caused by non-progressive brain injuries. Although there is no cure, therapies using mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) offer hope for...
Desire to have children
"Complication in mother or child", commentary by Prof. Breymman (NZZ readers' letter)
Letter to the editor - Prof. Breymann of 27.10.25 in response to the article "Child's death in the birth center in court", NZZ / Andreas Leisi, 22.10.25). As an obstetrician, I have been attending births for thirty years, both vaginal births and those by caesarean section. From the daigram of the Health Directorate of the...
Ultrasound via smartphone
During an ultrasound examination, high-frequency sound waves are sent through the body, which are reflected by tissues and organs as echoes. The sound wave power of ultrasound devices used in obstetrics is so low that they do not cause any short or long-term damage to the body.
First Children's Runway Congress at THE CIRCLE at Zurich Airport (May 25, 2024)
The new "Kinderstartbahn" platform brings together experts from pediatrics and related fields with the common goal of giving children the best possible start in life. Dates: Saturday, May 25, 2024 Location: Circle Convention Center at Zurich Airport. Expert audience and continuing education points Around...
Grisons women become mothers late
Even 50 years ago, Swiss women were older than the European average when their first child was born. However, there are also differences between the cantons. Text: Romina Kranz (Editor, Südostschweiz, January 30, 2024) In the last 50...
Application potential and current clinical applications of stem cells from umbilical cord and placenta
Webinar November 7, 2022, 17:30 - 18:30 CEST Speakers:
Iron Centre
Iron deficiency and anaemia in pregnancy and after birth
In the peripartum period, iron deficiency with or without anaemia is a common problem and leads to increased maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Therefore, national and international guidelines specify the timing, the desired laboratory measurements and pregnancy-adapted...
Iron Deficiency Anaemia in Pregnancy - Lunchtime Symposium (14 June 2022), with Prof. Breymann
Iron is vital for the human body. In particular, iron is essential for the transport of oxygen. Women have a higher iron requirement than men. During pregnancy, the need for the metal is much higher. This is particularly dangerous for expectant mothers....
Iron deficiency (ID) from pregnancy to menopause - current status and new findings
Worldwide, about 30% of women of childbearing age suffer from anaemia. At least half of these cases are due to iron deficiency. In Switzerland, 5-20% of women are affected by iron deficiency/anaemia. Various causes of iron deficiency (ID) Insufficient iron intake (food) Decreased absorption...
Prevention and healthy ageing
Hormonal and metabolic health in women in midlife (menopause)
In this podcast, Prof. Dr. Christian Breymann talks to Meltem Stropoli, an expert in functional medicine health and menopause lifestyle coaching, about the complex hormonal and metabolic changes that occur during menopause. The focus is on hormonal balance and metabolic health in...
Care during the menopause: New consultation with Prof. Christian Breymann in Lausanne
Consultation hours at the AMiiA clinic in Lausanne From June 20, 2025, Prof. Christoph Breymann, MD, will be offering specialized consultation hours at the AMiiA clinic in Lausanne. You are in the middle of life - and want to be well accompanied through the menopause...
Menopause – Save the Date: Event in Lausanne on April 3, 2025
I am looking forward to the event on April 3 in Lausanne - with scientific perspectives, impacts and new health strategies on menopause. AGORA, Rue Bugnon 25A, 1011 LausanneProgram: 5:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.: Presentations and lectures with our speakers: 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.…
