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Part III - Gastric Band TextOBGYN.net Broadcasting presents Part III of a series on Weight Loss Surgery. This series is unique in that we follow the patient from pre-op to one year post-op.
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TVT – Tension Free Vaginal TapeOBGYN.net Conference CoverageFrom ISGE 2001 Congress - Chicago, Illinois, 2001
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Overview of the ISGE Congress of Gynecological Endoscopy and Innovative SurgeryOBGYN.net Conference CoverageFrom American Association of Gynecological LaparoscopistsSan Francisco, California - November 2001
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Laparoscopic treatment of endometriosis in patients with failed in vitro fertilization cyclesEndometriosis is one of the most common gynecologic disorders and is significantly more prevalent in the setting of infertility. The prevalence of endometriosis in infertile women ranges from 25% to 50% compared to 5% in fertile women. Successful laparoscopic management of all stages of endometriosis was reported as early as 1986. This has revolutionized the management of endometriosis. The benefits of surgical therapy for infertility associated with endometriosis have been well documented.
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Pros and Cons of C-Section on Demand in Low Risk PatientsI think the problem was mainly put on the physicians because it was perceived that in the private sector the cesarean sections were done for monetary reasons. Currently, the issue is becoming a broader one because the women themselves want a cesarean section on request.
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Placental Failure: Clinical ImplicationsAll obstetricians and reproductive endocrinologists know the placenta as the uppermost important organ for normal fetal growth till maturity. This endocrinological organ can be affected by many pathological states like other maternal organs.
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What Is the Evidence that rFSH Is Better than uFSH?In infertile women undergoing therapy with assisted reproductive techniques, such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), the use of gonadotropins to achieve multifollicular development is now well established.
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ART Success Rates - All that GlimmersA fact that makes reproductive medicine unique is a specific and quantifiable end point- a healthy baby. Each infertile couple and each and every assisted reproduction technology (ART) program are vitally interested in success rates. The stakes are high. Truly, success breeds success.
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Effect of Immediate Postpartum Curettage on the Recovery of Severe PreeclampsiaSubjects who underwent immediate postpartum curettage had a significant decrease in mean arterial pressure at 16 hours post delivery (p
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The Treatment of Dyspareunia Resulting from Vulvar VestibulitisA Randomized Comparison of Group Cognitive-behavioral Therapy, Surface Electromyographic Biofeedback, andVestibulectomy in the Treatment of Dyspareunia Resulting from Vulvar Vestibulitis
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Conception Rate in Polycystic Ovary SyndromePolycystic ovary syndrome is characterized by enlarged ovaries, multiple peripherally arranged cysts and increased stromal density(1). Polycystic ovary syndrome is responsible for approximately 25-30% of infertility in women, which is mainly anovulatory(2). Ovulation can be induced with antiesterogens in many women but a proportion fail to respond and even in those who ovulate, the pregnancy rate is often low and the miscarriage rate is high.
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What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)?A Fact Sheet From The Center For Applied Reproductive Science
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Making the Diagnosis of PCOSOBGYN.net Conference CoverageFrom the International PCOSupport Conference and the Women’s Symposium on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome - San Diego, CA - May 2000
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Nonsurgical Management of Uterine FibroidsFibroids are the most common benign tumors of the uterus. These noncancerous growths are present in 20-40% of women over the age of 35. In some women, the fibroids can become enlarged and cause symptoms of excessive bleeding and pain. While the classic treatment of symptomatic fibroids has been surgical removal of the fibroids (myomectomy) or the uterus (hysterectomy) recent advances now afford a nonsurgical treatment.
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Treatment of the infertile coupleEffective treatment will depend on the diagnosis, but can range from simple to very complex.
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ASRM Statement on Egg Donation for Post-Menopausal WomenThanks to innovative treatments like in vitro fertilization and egg donation, we are able to help thousands of infertile patients build their families.
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Iatrogenic Multiple Pregnancy Epidemiology, Risks, and Ethical DilemmasThis article discusses the nature of infertility treatment and its relation to infertile couples' desires for multiple pregnancy, the special risks of iatrogenic multiple pregnancy (IMP), the informed consent process in assisted reproductive technology, and the ethical dilemma of IMP and methods for its resolution.
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Using RVUs to Improve Your Practice’s PerformanceIn the early years, medical practices only utilized Relative Value Units (RVUs) to understand the Medicare fee schedule. Now the role of RVU analysis has expanded. RVUs have become the standard measurement in analysis of reimbursement and payer contracts, physician compensation and productivity, and practice staffing and operating costs.
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Which Oral Drug Is Best for Post-Cesarean Pain?A meta-analysis sought to determine which oral painkillers were most effective after a c-section, but the findings were disappointing.
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Should Infertility Patients be Screened for Celiac Disease?Celiac disease occurs in roughly 1% of all humans. It is an autoimmune condition initially caused by hypersensitivity and hyperimmunity to a class of proteins, called gliadins, which are found in the outer husk of common grains such as wheat, barley, rye, and oats.
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Story Telling and the Emotional Component of HealingAddressing the emotional component of a patient's diagnosis isn't often feasible, but these tools can help patients with this important aspect of healing.
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What New Technology Did 2014 Bring OB/GYNs?From surgical staplers to birthing simulator updates, 2014 brought many new innovations for obstetrics and gynecology.
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The Proper Timing of Prophylactic Antibiotics for Caesarian SectionSMFM 27th Annual Meeting 2007
