The present results indirectly support the hypothesis that infectious agents (in particular C. pneumoniae) have a role in the development of pre-eclampsia. The findings also indicate that antichlamydial treatment might help to reduce the incidence of pre-eclampsia.

Blunt suture needles for episiotomy repair were shown to have a significantly lower instance of glove perforation but required more time and are perceived to be more difficult to complete the repair as compared to sharp needles.