Gynecology

The Menopause Society reported new data from 68 health organizations that showed vaginal estrogen therapy does not elevate recurrence risk in survivors aged 18 to 51.

Researchers reported that lidocaine did not affect POUR rates but enhanced early recovery metrics after SUI surgery.

A systematic review found AI-assisted ultrasound models improved diagnostic accuracy for endometriosis, with deep learning outperforming traditional methods.

A new ACOG Committee Statement outlines how immigration status affects health outcomes and calls for enforcement-free health care settings.

Self-collected hrHPV testing, now supported in HRSA’s cervical cancer screening guidelines, could dramatically expand screening according to Barbara Levy, MD.

Updated HRSA cervical cancer screening guidelines prioritize hrHPV testing and patient self-collection, a shift that experts say reflects long-standing evidence.

New HRSA guidelines strengthen cervical cancer prevention by adding self-collected hrHPV testing and clarifying no-cost coverage for additional diagnostic services.

A cost-effectiveness model found first-line IV iron dextran offers higher value than oral iron for IDA in women with heavy menstrual bleeding.

A study found higher remnant cholesterol levels are independently associated with increased odds of endometriosis.

A study found distinct alterations in vaginal and gut microbial composition and function among patients with endometriosis.

A study found that distinct cervicovaginal microbial patterns are linked to the success of frozen embryo transfer in endometriosis patients.

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Research suggests mesenchymal stem cell therapy may improve sexual quality of life and overall health span in older women.

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The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance to the FemVue Controlled device, enabling in-office ultrasound assessment of fallopian tube status.

A study found that objective blood loss assessment detects postpartum hemorrhage more frequently than subjective visual estimation.

A meta-analysis found transabdominal cerclage was linked to lower perinatal mortality and preterm birth than transvaginal cerclage.

A study found heavy menstrual bleeding and meat-restricted diets are associated with increased rates of iron deficiency among adolescents.

A study shows acute heavy menstrual bleeding frequently requires transfusion and carries significant treatment costs.

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George L. Maxwell, MD, outlines the SUNFLOWER phase 3 trial assessing Mirena vs oral progestin for treating nonatypical endometrial hyperplasia.

DARE to PLAY sildenafil cream is now available for prescribing in select states as a non-hormonal topical option to improve genital blood flow and arousal.

Large US cohort finds women with uterine fibroids had more than 80% higher 10-year cardiovascular disease risk than women without fibroids.

Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the past week and catch up on anything you may have missed.