Has gestational hypertension been banished?
September 18, 2019
Ob/gyns sometimes need to go beyond guidelines when making judgment calls, as is the case with whether to induce at 37 weeks for gestational hypertension.
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Gastrointestinal disorder prevalence among women with endometriosis
September 18, 2019
New research investigated the connection between nutrient intake and gastrointestinal disorders in women with endometriosis.
How do psychological factors impact endometriosis pain?
September 18, 2019
A link seems to exist between psychological/cognitive factors and the pain experience of women with a diagnosis of endometriosis, according to a recent study.
Thyroid function test abnormalities and thyroid autoimmunity with preterm birth
September 17, 2019
A new study explored whether there is higher risk of very preterm birth (< 32 weeks’ gestation) in thyroid peroxidase antibody (TPOAb)-positive women compared to TPOAb-negative women.
Combined therapy to prevent preterm delivery in high-risk women?
September 17, 2019
Combined rescue therapy with vaginal progesterone, cervical cerclage and the Arabin cervical pessary may have potential in pregnant women with a short cervical length and a high background risk for preterm delivery, according to new research.
Does mammography have benefit for older women with chronic illnesses?
September 17, 2019
A recent study looked to determine the 10-year cumulative incidence of breast cancer versus death from causes other than breast cancer according to comorbidity and age.
Same-day LARC insertion and Medicaid costs
September 17, 2019
Giving adolescents same-day access to long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) in a Medicaid setting may save insurers money, according to results of a new economic evaluation.
Pubic hair grooming and STI risk
September 17, 2019
Newly published research contradicts earlier findings about pubic hair grooming as a risk factor for sexually transmitted infection (STI).
Top 5 gynecologic studios from August 2019
September 16, 2019
From a USPSTF updates BRCA1/2 screening to a vaginal ring that has shown effectiveness against HIV, these five of the most noteworthy gynecologic-focused studies published in August 2019.
Immediate postpartum LARC for women at high risk for medical complications
September 16, 2019
This summary of SMFM Consult Series #48 provides answers to 15 frequently asked questions about postpartum contraception.
