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Discussing PCOS: Misconceptions, management, and encouragment
Lori Homa, MD, medical director at Allegheny Health Network, discusses how providers can best support their patients with PCOS.
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Premenstrual disorders increase early menopause and vasomotor symptom risks
In a recent study, women with premenstrual disorders were more likely to experience early menopause and vasomotor symptoms.
Ovarian tissue cryopreservation important to offer before gonadotoxic therapy
In a recent study, ovarian tissue cryopreservation was indicated as viable for preventing premature ovarian insufficiency in girls and young women receiving gonadotoxic therapies.
WHO criteria ineffective for identifying gestational diabetes mellitus
In a recent study, the 2013 WHO criteria for diagnosing gestational diabetes mellitus had a low sensitivity when used in individuals in low-risk early pregnancy.
Medical school curricula fail to teach female sexual medicine
In a recent review, a lack of education on female sexual medicine was found across medical institutions.
Air pollution increases breast cancer risk
Recent research indicated living in an area with high particulate matter pollution levels of 2.5 microns in diameter or smaller is associated with increased breast cancer incidence.
Health risks increase after early ovary removal
In a recent study, increased health risks were seen in women who received premenopausal bilateral oophorectomy when under the age of 46 years.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: vulvovaginal emergencies, ketamine for postpartum depression, and more
Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.
The importance of diversity in obstetrics
To kick off Hispanic Heritage Month, Katherine Bianco, MD, director of the Maternal Congenital Heart Program, Standford Medicine Children's Health, discusses how a diverse health care population can improve patient outcomes.
Study confirms efficacy of JADA against postpartum bleeding
Amy Taneja, MD, discusses the results of the RUBY study, which evaluated the efficacy of the JADA device in women with postpartum bleeding and postpartum hemorrhage.
Early puberty rates increased during the COVID-19 pandemic
In a recent study, increased rates of precocious puberty were observed during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to prior years.
T vaginalis retesting rates found low despite disease prevalence
In a recent study, high rates of reinfection were seen among patients who tested positive for Trichomonas vaginalis.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: the impact of stillbirths, discussing hernia repair, and more
Risk-reducing bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy adherence differs by provider
In a recent study, increased rates of risk-reducing bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy guideline adherence was observed in gynecologic oncologists compared to general gynecologists.
CO2 laser treatment not significantly different from sham treatment
In a recent study, similar histological features were seen in patients after CO2 laser treatment vs sham treatment.
Hysterectomy improves uterine fibroid symptoms
In a recent study, improvements in symptom severity and quality of life scores at years 1, 2, and 3 were seen in patients receiving hysterectomy, myomectomy, or uterine artery embolization.
Discussing hernia repair in obstetrics
In a recent article, authors discussed approaches obstetricians and gynecologists should take in hernia repair based on a patient’s risk status.
Iron supplementation at prenatal care visits reduces iron anemia risk
In a recent study, reduced rates of iron anemia were found among patients who received iron supplementation during prenatal visits.
Remote abortion care proven effective
In a recent study, patients unable to reach clinics for abortion services were able to receive the necessary care through telehealth medication abortion services.
Extended balloon labor induction reported effective
In a recent study, efficacy and acceptability was found in patients with a favorable cervix who received an extended balloon labor induction.
GARDASIL 9 shows positive long-term results against HPV-related cancers
The effects of GARDASIL 9 (Human Papillomavirus 9-valent Vaccine, Recombinant) in patients aged 9 to 15 years has indicated efficacy, according to a recent long-term follow-up study.
How insurance coverage impacts contraception use
In a recent study, effective contraceptive use was decreased among women enrolled in both Medicaid and Medicare compared to Medicaid only.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: stroke risk after infertility treatment, vaginal birth calculator, and more
Infertility treatment increases stroke risk
In a recent study, stroke was more common among women within 12 months after delivery if infertility treatment was administered.
Group prenatal care effective for managing gestational diabetes
In a recent study, gestational diabetes outcomes were similar between individuals receiving group prenatal care and those receiving individual prenatal care.
COVID-19 pandemic associated with changes in gestational weight gain
In a recent study, increased rates of gestational weight gain were observed during the first 2 years of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor effective against postnatal depression
In a recent study, adverse maternal and child outcomes associated with maternal postnatal depression were reduced by selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor use.
Remote intervention improves contraceptive counseling rates
In a recent study, patients were more likely to receive contraceptive counseling following a telephone-based intervention documented in electronic medical records.
Therapy for candida albicans developed
In a recent study, nanostructured lipid carriers loaded with hypericin and dispersed in hydrogels were effective at managing candida albicans.
Pregnant and postpartum women vulnerable to cannabis use disorder
In a recent study, mental health disorders were associated with increased risks of cannabis use and cannabis use disorder among women who were pregnant or up to 1 year postpartum.