Gynecology

Higher BMI in childhood may lead to higher risk of premenstrual disorders

March 29, 2022

A higher childhood body mass index (BMI) was linked to a significantly greater risk of premenstrual disorders (PMDs) and premenstrual symptoms in young adulthood compared to children with normal BMI, according to a prospective cohort study in JAMA Network Open.

Factors that may predict endometriosis progression to ovarian cancer

March 11, 2022

A study published in the Journal of Ovarian Research examines factors that may cause endometriosis to progress to ovarian cancer.

Tapping into the potential of combined laparoscopic salpingectomy and endometrial ablation

March 07, 2022

Greg Marchand, MD, talks about his recently published article evaluating the underused potential of combined laparoscopic salpingectomy and endometrial ablation for treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding and desired sterilization.

Understanding abnormal uterine bleeding in adolescents

March 03, 2022

Experts take a look at 2 cases to understand abnormal uterine bleeding in adolescents and provide a useful screening tool.

Adnexal torsion requires careful diagnosis, management

March 02, 2022

Torsion of adnexal structures can occur in pregnant women, women post-hysterectomy, and postmenopausal women.

Gender-affirming care improves mental health for transgender and nonbinary people

March 02, 2022

A report provides information on how gender-affirming care such as the use of puberty blockers can positively impact the mental health of transgender and nonbinary teenagers and young adults.

How prevalent is PCOS in teen girls with type 2 diabetes?

February 28, 2022

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and type 2 diabetes have some markers that suggest a connection, with PCOS patients exhibiting certain symptoms at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes later. A systematic review examines the prevalence of the 2 conditions occurring in adolescent girls.