Traditionally, transvaginal cerclage placed during the first or early second trimester has been a common treatment for cervical incompetence. Unfortunately, in about 13% of women with cervical incompetence, the transvagincal approach to cerclage will not work.
"Our goal is to understand the lived experiences of people on gender-affirming hormonal therapy, as it relates to their urinary and sexual health,” said first author Paige De Rosa, MD, urology resident at the University of Iowa, Iowa City.
Although women face many obstacles to first-trimester abortion, challenges to second-trimester abortion are even greater.
Meigs' syndrome and elevated CA-125: even then, clinicians should consider a benign ovarian tumor
Meigs' syndrome and elevated CA-125: even then, clinicians should consider a benign ovarian tumor
OCs should absolutely not be prescribed to treat teen eating disorders, says this expert; however, doing so for contraception is not contraindicated in adolescent women with eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia.
The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology stopped issuing their usual certificates in 2008 and have switched to a "maintenance of certification" protocol that requires all ob/gyns to walk through a more demanding 6-year process involving CME offerings, a written examination, and chart reviews.
The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology stopped issuing their usual certificates in 2008 and have switched to a "maintenance of certification" protocol that requires all ob/gyns to walk through a more demanding 6-year process involving CME offerings, a written examination, and chart reviews.
OCs should absolutely not be prescribed to treat teen eating disorders, says this expert; however, doing so for contraception is not contraindicated in adolescent women with eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia.
As value in healthcare becomes an increasing priority for healthcare systems, ERPs will play a vital role in improving the care provided to patients.
Anti-mullerian hormone levels seem to be a more sensitive way of assessing ovarian reserve, when compared to follicle stimulating hormone (FSH).
Anti-mullerian hormone levels seem to be a more sensitive way of assessing ovarian reserve, when compared to follicle stimulating hormone (FSH).
Robotic technology has already revolutionized laparoscopic urologic surgery. Will gynecologic surgery be next?
Planning up front for an endoscopic gynecologic surgical procedure is the best way to prevent an injury or complication.
Fifty years after Roe and Title X, the right to reproductive freedom continues to come under fire.
A look at how to minimize complications arising from surgical wounds.
While uncommon, CDH can cause serious complications and even death. Find out how ultrasound can change the outcome.
A look at how to minimize complications arising from surgical wounds.
Hyperemesis causes a variety of problems to mothers during pregnancy and a tiered approach can prove beneficial.
Three cases illustrate the unique challenges ob/gyns face while caring for SCD patients at various life stages.
Bleeding disorders can create problems with reproductions.
After 20 years as editor-in-chief, Dr. Lockwood announces that he has stepped down and reflects on his time with the magazine.
Two ob/gyns provide arguments for and against offering the procedure. This article, from Dr. Fader, covers the con side of the argument.
A 28-year-old woman in her second pregnancy has a history of adult-onset diabetes mellitus.
Intermittent compression devices seem appropriate for pregnant patients having a C section
What are the key factors of communication with a patient who is fearing symptom progression or near death?
Vaginal wall prolapse repair requires an in-depth understanding of the three most common pathological mechanisms.
Vaginal wall prolapse repair requires an in-depth understanding of the three most common pathological mechanisms.
If choosing gender is okay before fertilization, why shouldn't it be with PGD after fertilization, is the thrust of the "pro" argument. The other side calls PGD gender discrimination.
Beyond overt risks like obesity and diabetes, your patients with features of metabolic syndrome are at risk for more subtle problems--like infertility, pregnancy loss, and polycystic ovarian syndrome.