Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: ovary removal, premenstrual disorders, and more
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.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: ovary removal, premenstrual disorders, and more
Thank you for visiting the Contemporary OB/GYN® website. Take a look at some of our top stories from last week (Monday, September 18 - Friday, September 22, 2023), and click each link to read and watch anything you may have missed.
1.) Health risks increase after early ovary removal
In a recent study, increased health risks were seen in women who received premenopausal bilateral oophorectomy when under the age of 46 years.
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2.) Premenstrual disorders increase early menopause and vasomotor symptom risks
In a recent study, women with premenstrual disorders were more likely to experience early menopause and vasomotor symptoms.
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3.) Ovarian tissue cryopreservation important to offer before gonadotoxic therapy
In a recent study, ovarian tissue cryopreservation was indicated as viable for preventing premature ovarian insufficiency in girls and young women receiving gonadotoxic therapies.
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4.) Medical school curricula fail to teach female sexual medicine
In a recent review, a lack of education on female sexual medicine was found across medical institutions.
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5.) Sex differences in dermatologic conditions
Data has indicated an increased prevalence of atopic dermatitis among female patients compared to male patients.
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Study: Pelvic floor dilator reduces pelvic floor muscle injury during vaginal delivery
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First hysterectomy using miniaturized MIRA Surgical System performed
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