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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 new study revealed disparities in menopause symptoms and care access between rural and urban women, highlighting the need for improved health equity and provider training.

HHS selects 15 more Medicare Part D drugs for price negotiation under the Inflation Reduction Act, aiming to lower costs for millions by 2027.

A new study demonstrates the efficacy of a deep learning-based transperineal ultrasound system for evaluating bladder neck motion in women with stress urinary incontinence.

A recent survey highlighted limited knowledge about bariatric surgery's fertility benefits, despite its proven role in addressing obesity-related infertility and improving reproductive health.

Discover how MedStar Health’s Safe Baby Safe Moms program is scaling its proven maternal care model to support diverse communities across the DC and Maryland region.

Discover how MedStar Health's innovative program is improving outcomes and reducing disparities for mothers and children through tailored care and groundbreaking partnerships.

Discover how the updated 2024 American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology guidelines integrate extended human papillomavirus genotyping and precision medicine to enhance cervical cancer screening and risk management.

A large-scale study confirms that hormone therapy does not increase the risk of glioma, offering reassurance to postmenopausal women considering treatment.

A recent study highlights that leiomyoma recurrence and reintervention are common, with laparoscopic and abdominal myomectomy showing similar risks.

A novel ultrasound-based diagnostic algorithm with 98.1% sensitivity enables accurate stratification of patients with mesenchymal uterine malignancies, paving the way for personalized care.

Evidence-based guidelines stress the importance of timely diagnosis, collaborative care, and maternal-infant safety in addressing the rising incidence of hematological malignancies in pregnancy.

Discover how FDA-approved self-collection and updated guidelines for cervical cancer screening are improving accessibility and empowering early prevention efforts.

Jeff Andrews, MD, FRCSC, discusses troubling trends in cervical cancer mortality and how self-collection could address key barriers to screening, based on a recent BD survey conducted across 4 countries.

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.

The automated chemiluminescence-based immunoassay has received clearance for free testosterone, providing enhanced diagnostic options to a multitude of conditions.

The OASIS 4 clinical trial showed successful reductions in the frequency and severity of hot flashes caused by adjuvant endocrine therapy used in breast cancer management.

A recent study highlights the growing adoption of less invasive and organ-preserving techniques in gynecologic oncology, with promising implications for patient care.

Hospitals with low operative vaginal delivery rates face increased maternal and neonatal risks, highlighting the need for further investigation into practice patterns and safety measures.

Pregnant patients with opioid use disorder enrolled in Medicaid face significantly increased risks of severe maternal morbidity, underscoring the need for targeted state Medicaid interventions.

A recent study highlights potential reductions in macronutrient levels in breast milk because of maternal medications, though breastfeeding remains strongly recommended.

Point-of-care ultrasounds significantly enhance early pregnancy care by enabling real-time diagnostics, reducing emergency visits, and ensuring timely management of risks, according to a recent study.

A recent study highlights multimodal physical therapy as the only conservative treatment with proven efficacy in managing chronic pelvic pain, improving pain intensity, sexual health, and psychological function.

A recent study reported an increase in US young adults seeking permanent contraception methods following the Supreme Court’s Dobbs v Jackson Women's Health Organization decision in 2022, highlighting the need for accessible contraception.

A new study highlights a 5-fold increase in postpartum hemorrhage risk when the third stage of labor exceeds 15 minutes.

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 new study highlights that endometriosis diagnosis takes an average of 5 to 12 years, underscoring the need for improved diagnostic approaches to address patient suffering and health care burdens.

A study found that prenatal cannabis use does not significantly alleviate depression or stress, emphasizing the need for safer mental health treatments during pregnancy.