Urology

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

A recent shed light on how ethnic minority groups perceive pelvic floor disorders, highlighting barriers to treatment seeking and the importance of raising awareness about available treatment options.

Dive into the intricate landscape of testosterone therapy prescriptions among women with hypoactive sexual desire disorder, revealing diverse patterns in duration, administration routes, and estrogen co-administration.

Discover the findings of a comprehensive study exploring the efficacy of various treatments for postmenopausal urinary incontinence, shedding light on the current research gap and recommending avenues for future investigation.

A pair of studies from AUA 2024 show neither drinking nor vaping by either parent is associated with significantly increased risk of a spontaneous abortion.

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

Explore the efficacy of Pivya (pivmecillinam; Utility Therapeutics) tablets in managing uncomplicated urinary tract infections in female adults, supported by controlled clinical trials and safety considerations.

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

A recent study reveals the efficacy of a cognitive behavior therapy program, showcasing significant improvements in health-related quality of life among women grappling with moderate to severe overactive bladder.

A recent study suggests that restrictive opioid prescribing protocols post-urogynecologic surgery are as effective as standard protocols, emphasizing the importance of multimodal analgesia and outpatient follow-up for patient satisfaction.

A recent meta-analysis challenged common clinical assumptions, finding no increased risk of stress urinary incontinence recurrence or need for reoperation after subsequent pregnancy and childbirth following a midurethral sling procedure.

A recent study demonstrated the superior efficacy of cefepime–taniborbactam over meropenem for managing complicated urinary tract infections, suggesting a promising treatment option amid rising antibiotic resistance challenges.

Panelists introduce the available treatment modalities for OAB, including behavioral modification, pharmacologic treatment, neuromodulation, and surgical approaches.

In a recent study, recurrent urinary tract infection rates decreased by over 50% in women using vaginal estrogen.

A brief overview of how and when providers incorporate urodynamic testing as part of the diagnostic workup for OAB.

Panelists further expand on the typical clinical characteristics of patients with OAB who they see in their practice, common signs and symptoms, and potential differential diagnoses.

Experts begin their panel discussion on OAB by describing the typical diagnostic process and initial conversations that they have with patients suspected of having the condition.

Urologist Benjamin Brucker, MD, urogynecologist Eman Elkadry, MD, and nurse practitioner Jenna Horton, NP introduce themselves, outline their credentials, and briefly describe the patients with overactive bladder (OAB) who they typically see in their clinical practice.

At the 2023 ACOG Annual Clinical & Scientific Meeting, the efficacy and satisfaction rates of pessaries in patients with prolapse symptoms were discussed.

In study findings published in Obstetrics & Gynecology, leva Pelvic Health System (Renovia) achieved significantly greater urinary incontinence symptom improvement than a standard home pelvic floor muscle training program at 6 and 12 months.

A recent study analyzed the effect artificially sweetened beverages have on urinary incontinence in women.

In this document, AUGS describes how the task force was organized and conducted the work to develop strategies focused on DEI.

The patient-focused book entitled Pelvic Floor Health: Your Guide to Pregnancy and Postpartum Care is now available in paperback and e-book!

This article aims to present consensus recommendations for the optimal perioperative management of patients undergoing urogynecological surgery.

A consensus-based document establishing clear terminology for cosmetic gynecology procedures has been created.

Pelvic floor disorders (PFDs) are complex conditions that impact millions of women worldwide.

Take a look at some important dates ahead of PFD Week 2023.

This clinical consensus statement on vaginal energy-based devices (EBDs) reflects an update by content experts from the American Urogynecologic Society’s EBD writing group.

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