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July 2020 | Vol 65 No 07
Though theoretical, the threat of aerosolized viral particles places health care providers at risk. Certain safety measures can be taken. View the full, peer-reviewed article, and more, in this month's edition of Contemporary OB/GYN.
Did delay in bladder repair cause urologic issues?
July 08, 2020
Allegations in this complex case include negligence in performing laparoscopic hysterectomy and delaying treatment of bladder injury.
Improving risk outcomes: Invasive breast cancer after DCIS
July 08, 2020
Women with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) may experience higher risk of developing invasive breast cancer (IBC) and of death from breast cancer than the general population, according to new research.
NIH launches clinical trials network to test COVID-19 vaccines and prevention strategies
July 08, 2020
This new network aims to enroll thousands of volunteers in trials testing investigational vaccines and monoclonal antibodies to fight COVID-19.
Aromatase inhibitors for climacteric symptoms in women with breast cancer
July 08, 2020
New research shows that, in postmenopausal women undergoing hormone therapy for breast cancer, aromatase inhibitors (AIs) lead to a reduction in climacteric symptoms and significantly improved quality of life.
Risk factors for candidiasis
July 07, 2020
Candida albicans is the most common etiology for VCC and this study looked at what factors are associated with its molecular detection.
Inducing labor to reduce stillbirths
July 07, 2020
A nationwide study by Swedish researchers suggests that inducing labor at no later than 41 weeks could be one of the few interventions that reduce stillbirths.
Opioid use in women with endometriosis
July 07, 2020
Nearly two-thirds of women newly diagnosed with endometriosis filled an opioid prescription within the first year, according to a US population-based claims study.
Cord Blood Awareness: Quick facts
July 06, 2020
For Cord Blood Awareness Month, here are some updated usages and FDA regulations for practitioners using cord blood.
AUGS Consensus Statement: Managing mesh problems
July 03, 2020
The American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS) released new information on managing mesh problems, which includes guidance, treatment algorithms and ways to optimize treatment outcomes for these complications.