Gynecology

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.

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A Delphi-based consensus process has defined standardized criteria for diagnosing primary dysmenorrhea.

A review found increased rates of endometriosis vs adenomyosis, alongside significant diagnostic variability.

An analysis found significant geographical disparities in the availability and quality of endometriosis guidelines.

A review found that most countries lack dedicated endometriosis policy frameworks, highlighting Australia and France as leading models.

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A study found non-Hispanic Black women face higher odds of hypertension and metabolic risk, while obesity raises cardiovascular risk in women with PCOS.