This week on Contemporary OB/GYN®: Feb. 7 to Feb. 11
A look at what's coming to Contemporary OB/GYN® this week.
Pelvic floor dysfunction and bowel symptoms in women with endometriosis
A study in the International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics found that transperineal ultrasound (TPU) signs of pelvic floor muscle hypertonia are more prevalent in endometriosis patients with chronic constipation than in those without.
Efficacy of combined oral contraceptives for treating depression in premenstrual women
Combined oral contraceptives were found to be moderately more efficacious than placebo for treating overall premenstrual symptomatology in women with premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), according to a meta-analysis of 9 randomized clinical trials in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology.
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Pap Talk by Contemporary OB/GYN®
This week, a new episode of Pap Talk explores the new Mirvie technology designed to predict pregnancy complications.
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Hormone therapy safety: Study finds potential benefits for senior women
April 24th 2024A recent large-scale study challenged age-related concerns, suggesting hormone therapy may offer safety and even benefits for menopausal women aged over 65 years, aligning with The Menopause Society's 2022 Position Statement.
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Hyperoxygenation use not linked to neonatal outcomes
April 23rd 2024Recent research evaluated the impact of maternal hyperoxygenation on neonatal Apgar scores, revealing no significant enhancement in outcomes among women with pathologic fetal heart rate tracing and suggesting limited efficacy of hyperoxygenation therapy in this context.
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Study finds antihypertensive treatment reduces uterine fibroids risk
April 23rd 2024A recent study revealed that patients with untreated or new-onset hypertension face elevated chances of uterine fibroid diagnosis, underscoring the potential of antihypertensive therapy in mitigating this risk among midlife individuals.
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