Celeste Krewson, Assistant Editor

A recent study reveals the efficacy of a cognitive behavior therapy program, showcasing significant improvements in health-related quality of life among women grappling with moderate to severe overactive bladder.

A recent study from the National Institutes of Health reveals an intervention led by non-specialist providers during pregnancy significantly lowers postpartum depression and anxiety risks, especially crucial for women in resource-poor settings where mental health care access is limited.

Discover how the early transition to menopause can affect women's work ability and workforce participation, shedding light on crucial considerations for both healthcare providers and employers.

Grace Ferguson, MD, MPH, generalist ob-gyn at Allegheny Health Network, sheds light on gender-based discrepancies in medicine, emphasizing both progress and persistent challenges.

A recent study suggests that restrictive opioid prescribing protocols post-urogynecologic surgery are as effective as standard protocols, emphasizing the importance of multimodal analgesia and outpatient follow-up for patient satisfaction.

A recent study delves into how serum estradiol decline preceding human chorionic gonadotropin administration affects in vitro fertilization outcomes, particularly among patients without oral contraceptive pretreatment, shedding light on the importance of monitoring during controlled ovarian hyperstimulation.

Discover how myo-inositol supplementation improves hormonal imbalances and metabolic irregularities in women with polycystic ovary syndrome, offering hope for effective treatment.

Investigating dysmenorrhea outcomes with low-dose pill prescriptions reveals no significant difference between combination telemedicine and in-person consultations vs in-person only, prompting further exploration into telemedicine's role in gynecological care.

Explore how adverse childhood experiences affect various reproductive events in women, shedding light on the correlation between early life challenges and accelerated reproductive milestones.

A recent meta-analysis challenged common clinical assumptions, finding no increased risk of stress urinary incontinence recurrence or need for reoperation after subsequent pregnancy and childbirth following a midurethral sling procedure.

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.

Investigating the potential association between second-stage cesarean delivery and heightened preterm birth risk revealed significant findings amidst concerns of bias, urging further exploration.

Investigating the relationship between 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25OHD) levels and miscarriage risk, a recent study utilizing mendelian randomization analysis found minimal causal association, suggesting no significant impact of vitamin D deficiency on miscarriage risk.

Recent research suggested that despite concerns about valproate use during pregnancy, prenatal exposure to antiseizure medications does not appear to raise the risk of epilepsy in offspring.

A recent study highlighted the disparity between dietary recommendations and actual intake of fish and omega-3 supplements among pregnant women, underscoring the need for targeted public health interventions to address this shortfall.

Research presented at the 2024 Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections reveals that long-acting injectable antiretroviral therapy provides improved HIV suppression with minimal adverse effects, offering a promising alternative for adolescents and individuals struggling with daily oral regimens.

Research presented at the 2024 Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections reveals that 4 children, treated with antiretroviral therapy within 48 hours of birth, have achieved over a year of HIV remission.

A recent study assessed the effectiveness of GeneXpert point-of-care testing in detecting chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and trichomonas, revealing promising results but highlighting concerns over sensitivity rates, particularly for trichomonas.

Recent findings affirm the safety of monthly dapivirine vaginal rings and daily oral PrEP with tenofovir disoproxil fumarate and emtricitabine in preventing HIV transmission among pregnant cisgender women.

Discover how neighborhood disadvantage affects menopause onset and implications for women's health, as revealed by recent research published in Menopause, the journal of The Menopause Society.

A recent study revealed the effectiveness of the AI tool MySTIRisk in pinpointing high-risk subgroups for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, shedding light on improved risk assessment and testing accessibility.

A recent study compared the efficacy and safety of 5-mg versus 6-mg doses of dexamethasone in preventing neonatal respiratory distress syndrome in preterm births, shedding light on dosage optimization for improved neonatal outcomes.

A study examines the association between donor types and obstetrical and graft morbidity risks among pregnant kidney transplant recipients, revealing increased short- and long-term graft loss risk from pregnancy after deceased donor kidney transplant compared to living donor kidney transplant.

Discover how the REPRIEVE trial sheds light on the increased cardiovascular risk among HIV patients, urging updated risk assessment tools for diverse populations.

A recent study finds that, contrary to previous concerns, amniocentesis does not heighten the risk of mother-to-child transmission of hepatitis B virus among infants following a standardized immunoprophylaxis schedule.

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.

A recent study reveals that while oxytocin dosage correlates with a slight uptick in postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) risk, the use of oxytocin augmentation doesn't significantly increase PPH or blood loss when compared to patients with similar obstetric profiles.

Walgreens and CVS pharmacies are set to dispense mifepristone in select states, aiming to address legal complexities and enhance accessibility amidst ongoing regulatory and legal battles.

A recent study revealed the efficacy of antibiotic therapy in reducing intraamniotic inflammation among patients experiencing idiopathic bleeding in the second trimester of pregnancy, shedding light on potential management strategies for this condition.

Discover how transverse relaxation time mapping, a sensitive magnetic resonance imaging-based technique, unveils the relationship between placental oxygenation and fetal brain development, shedding light on potential biomarkers for assessing fetal well-being.