|Articles|January 21, 2022
In case you missed it: Jan. 17 to Jan. 21
Author(s)Lindsey Carr, Editor
Here's what you missed this week from Contemporary OB/GYN®.
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The need for a universal endometriosis classification
A literature search revealed there is no international agreement on how to characterize or classify endometriosis.
Laparoscopic myomectomy vs. open myomectomy for treating uterine fibroids
The authors noted that both primary options for treatment are currently being debated as to their efficacy and safety.
Autophagy may contribute to endometriosis and uterine fibroids
Autophagy is a controlled lysosomal degradation pathway that protects cells and allows to overcome cell death.
Breastfeeding reduces women’s risk of CVD
These mothers are approximately 17% less likely to die from cardiovascular disease, 14% less likely to develop coronary heart disease, and 12% less likely to suffer a stroke, the data show.
Mild to moderate COVID-19 may have no effect on brain of developing fetuses
Study results show that fetal cognitive development in the assessed areas was age-appropriate and there was no indication of infection.
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