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Urodynamics and the role of lidocaineExplore the potential benefits and considerations of utilizing intraurethral lidocaine jelly during urodynamic studies for bladder testing, as we delve into research findings on patient discomfort, voiding metrics, and diagnostic precision.
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Key Takeaways for HPV and Cervical Cancer ScreeningDrs Emily K. Hill, Sangini S. Sheth, and Mark H. Stoler share practice pearls for HPV and cervical cancer screening and express their hope for emerging testing options.
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Guidance for PCPs: Streamlining Menopause CarePanelists discuss strategies for simplifying complex information for primary care physicians (PCPs), provide tips on how PCPs can effectively communicate evidence-based treatment options to patients, and outline actionable points and key takeaways to enhance patient care in managing menopause symptoms.
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No evidence of elevated MS relapse risk following fertility treatmentsAmong 43 cycles that achieved pregnancy, investigators observed decreases of annualized relapse rates from 0.26 to 0.09.
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Texas Senate Bill 8 (SB 8): NOT just another anti-abortion billOn May 19, 2021, Governor Greg Abbott signed Texas Senate Bill 8 (also known as the Fetal Heartbeat Bill) into law with the statement that this will save lives in the state of Texas. This law is recognized as the most restrictive anti-abortion regulation in the United States today.
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AI vs. human: A comparative study on summarizing incontinence researchMubashir S. Billah, MD, discusses a study presented at the 2024 AUA Annual Meeting, which evaluates the efficacy of AI-generated summaries against traditional human-written summaries in the field of incontinence research.
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COVID-19 roundtable: Prophylaxis for the immunocompromisedThis week the panel weighs in on monoclonal antibodies in this patient population as well as important overall takeaways about COVID-19 therapies.
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Linda Fan, MD, on telehealth in the second stage of COVID-19In this video interview, Senior Editor Angie DeRosa talks with Linda Fan, MD, about the rise of telehealth as the pandemic enters the second stage.
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Endometriosis: Surgery and GnRh AgonistsSawsan As-Sanie, MD, Jessica Shim, MD, Robert Taylor, MD, PhD, and Linda Giudice, MD, PhD, discuss the role of surgery and GnRh agonists for the treatment of endometriosis.
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YouTube spreads low-quality medical information on recurrent UTIs, study showsIn today’s world, it is easy to find information on the internet, whether it be through search engines or social media. Much of that information, however, is not reliable.
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SMFM Consult Series #57: Evaluation and management of soft ultrasound markers for aneuploidyIn this consult series, experts from SMFM discuss the evaluation and management of soft ultrasound markers for aneuploidy.
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Contemporary understanding of breast cancer risk with combined oral contraceptivesUnveiling the intricate relationship between combined oral contraceptive use and breast cancer risk, navigating through research insights and clinical implications for informed patient counseling.
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Lenvatinib plus pembrolizumab displays efficacy in advanced endometrial cancerThe combination of lenvatinib plus pembrolizumab induced durable responses with a manageable safety profile in adults with previously treated, advanced endometrial cancer, according to a long-term follow-up analysis of a phase 1b/2 study (NCT02501096).
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How to identify common pediatric vulvar conditionsUnderstanding signs, symptoms helps determine the best treatment regimen
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Can newborn babies breathe during breastfeeding?Fact vs myth when it comes to babies breathing during breastfeeding.
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Steven J. Chmura, MD, PhD, compares addition of metastases-directed therapy vs SOC alone for oligometastatic breast cancerSteven J. Chmura, MD, PhD, discussed recent findings from the phase 2R/3 NRG-BR002 trial in patients with newly diagnosed oligometastatic breast cancer.
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Hysterosalpingography for boomers to zoomersAlthough the hysterosalpingogram (HSG) is the oldest special radiologic procedure, first performed over 110 years ago, it remains an essential part of the evaluation of the infertile couple.
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EP. 15: Subsequent Treatment Considerations for Patients with Unsatisfactory Responses to Third-Line Therapy for OABExperts close their panel on OAB by identifying treatment pathways for patients who have an unsatisfactory response to third-line therapy.
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Violence against women and acquired brain injuriesViolence against women and resulting traumatic brain injuries increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Dermatoses of PregnancyCurbside Consults delivers expert perspectives from physicians outside of the OB/GYN specialty to provide insight into various health issues affecting pregnant women. This new section is the brainchild of Editorial Advisory Board member Christine Isaacs, MD.
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Medical boards pressured to let it slide when doctors spread COVID-19 misinformationStopping some doctors from sharing unsound medical advice has proved challenging. Even defining misinformation has been difficult. And during the pandemic, resistance from some state legislatures is complicating the effort.
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Iron-deficiency anemia in pregnancy and the role of intravenous ironAnemia in pregnancy should be treated due to its connection to adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes.
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Skin-to-skin contact in the neonatal intensive care unitSkin-to-skin contact, sometimes called "kangaroo care," is a cheap, effective intervention to improve outcomes in preterm and low-birthweight infants.
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Your Voice: Why can’t we get health plans and PBMS to comply with the affordable care act contraceptive requirements?Read our latest Letter to the Editor, focusing on health plans and the ACA contraceptive requirements.
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Statin use in midlife womenRisk assessment, lifestyle counseling, adverse effects, and medication management.
