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It has been more than 55 years since ultrasound was first described, and today’s tools and techniques barely resemble the initial construct.

Following a successful delivery, a woman seeks a tubal ligation and ventral hernia repair, to be performed laparoscopically. The procedure was performed as a laparotomy, which led to a lack of informed consent suit.

Have pelvic guideline changes led to a reduction in other recommended screenings? Plus, how does menopause impact future cardiovascular health? And: Does childhood stress lead to negative obstetric outcomes?

Regulations are becoming more complicated and vary by state.

The steady rise of cesarean delivery has led to a steady increase in this potential obstetric emergency.

The definition, epidemiology, natural history, diagnosis, and management of vasa previa, particularly cases diagnosed prenatally.

A new study sheds some light on the risk profile of antidepressants. Plus: do women experience the same blood pressure elevation following alcohol consumption as men? And, do feminine products provide another source of exposure to phthalates?

Did the surgeon conceal the extent of a recent injury?

In the first installment of a new series aimed at better equipping ob/gyns to deal with legal issues, a physician-attorney reviews what it takes for a plaintiff to prevail in a malpractice case.

News, a surgical video, and links related to infertility and fertility preservation.

Two doctors from the same health system argue the opposite sides of this issue.

A study examines the impact of Obamacare on how much women have to spend for contraceptives. Plus, do smoking and preterm delivery increase the risk of cardiovascular disease? And: Are the benefits of mammograms overblown?

Yet another financial penalty imposed upon healthcare providers/systems

A new study looks at the potential benefits of umbilical cord "milking." Plus: is the verdict on long-term benefits for mid-urethral slings in?

How a woman’s body responds to pregnancy may predict her later cardiovascular health.

Steady declines in preterm birth are good news but there are more newborn lives to save.

Learn to separate the wheat from the chaff and save valuable time.

Obese patients should be advised to avoid excessive weight gain in pregnancy.

A patient sues, claiming that an ob consult could have saved her pregnancy.

Evidence shows that it may be a viable remedy for the country's physician deficit.

An expert commentary on ACOG Practice Bulletin Number 148: Thyroid disease in pregnancy.

A cesarean triggered by a steep drop in FHR reveals a surprising diagnosis.

A recent meta-analysis examines if D&C can lead to future premature birth. Plus, does counseling on LARCs lead to a reduction in pregnancy rates. And: does exposure to DDT while in utero mean an increased risk of breast cancer later in life?

A new study examines the efficacy of a single dose of the HPV vaccine for preventions. Plus: What's the optimal time for inserting a contraceptive implant after delivery? And: A case study wonders if NIPT can help diagnose cancer in the mother.

Using SSRI late in pregnancy may increase the risk of persistent pulmonary hypertension in a newborn. Plus, hormone therapy may help mood in early postmenopause; use of mesh for prolapse on the rise

Protocols for High-Risk Pregnancies: An Evidence-Based Approach, Sixth Edition, has been released by publisher Wiley Blackwell.

From the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, questions and answers about cfDNA for your patients.

The FBI is investigating how much the manufacturer knew about the safety of the design. Plus, how does the clotting profile of new oral contraceptives compare to earlier formulations and a look at the impact of the PALB2 mutation on breast cancer prognosis.

What are the current recommendations for managing women who are BRCA 1 or 2 carriers?

Careful preoperative planning and positioning will help to overcome some of the challenges presented by the obese patient's body habitus.