Comparison of Diagnostic Assays for Vaginitis
Researchers performed a clinical evaluation of the performance of MAX VP compared with Affirm for the detection of 3 vaginal pathogens in symptomatic women.
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Pregnancy Complications Tied to Higher Risk for Later Hypertension
Complications such as preterm births and preeclampsia double the risk.
Optimizing Diagnosis and Management of PCOS in Pediatric Patients
Symptoms of PCOS typically manifest during the early pubertal years, though diagnosing this condition in adolescence remains a clinical challenge.
Abnormal Menstrual Cycle Linked to Elevated Mortality
Women reporting irregular menstrual cycle at 14 to 17, 18 to 22 more likely to die from any causes.
2009-2015 Saw Breastfeeding Up for Most Races/Ethnicities
Disparities in breastfeeding rates increased between black, white infants from 2009-10 to 2014-15.
Too Much, Too Little Weight Gain May Harm Twin Pregnancies
Study informs guidance for ranges of safe, unsafe weight gain in twin pregnancies.
Only Half of Pregnant Women Receive Recommended Vaccines
Influenza and whooping cough remain a major source of hospitalizations among pregnant women, infants.
Hysterectomy Technique Tied to Poorer Uterine Cancer Outcomes
Uncontained uterine power morcellation tied to higher mortality in women with undetected uterine cancer.
Changes in Air Pollution Levels May Affect Risk for Preterm Birth
For second pregnancy, risk higher among low-risk women with high, persistent air pollution exposure.
Preeclampsia Increases Cardiovascular Disease Risk After Pregnancy
Women who experience hypertensive disorders during pregnancy are at an increased risk for cardiovascular disorders later in life.
Adverse Outcomes Up for Vaginal Birth After Previous C-Section
However, women with planned VBAC more likely to breastfeed at birth, discharge, and 6 to 8 weeks postpartum.
Transversus Abdominis Plane Block May Improve Opioid Use, Pain After Cesarean Section
The use of a transversus abdominis plane block with intrathecal morphine associated with reduced opioid use after cesarean section.
Telecontraception Seems a Promising Option for Patients
Adherence to guidelines high for patients with medical contraindications to oral contraceptives.
Hypertension in Pregnancy Linked to Severity of Menopausal Symptoms
Researchers sought to determine whether a relationship exists between hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and menopausal symptoms.
Fezolinetant Reduces Frequency, Severity of Vasomotor Symptoms in Menopause
The neurokinin 3 receptor antagonist fezolinetant reduces the frequency and severity of vasomotor symptoms in menopause.
Vasomotor Symptoms at Menopause Linked to Increased Risk for CVD Events
Frequent or persistent vasomotor symptoms during the menopause transition are associated with increased risk for later cardiovascular disease events.
Higher Estradiol Dose Improves Metabolic Profile in Early But Not Late Postmenopausal Women
Higher estradiol doses had significant benefits for cardiovascular risk factors in early postmenopausal women, but these effects were attenuated in late postmenopausal women.
ACOG Updates Guidance on OTC Contraception Access
Over-the-counter hormonal contraception access recommended with no age restrictions.
Discussing Postmenopausal Vulvovaginal Symptoms at a Well-Woman Visit
Researchers sought to determine patient and visit characteristics associated with the discussion of postmenopausal vulvovaginal symptoms at well-woman examinations.
Reading, Literacy Levels of Chemotherapy Educational Materials for Women With Breast Cancer Are Not Optimal
An evaluation of patient education materials on chemotherapy for breast cancer revealed that many do not meet NIH recommendations.
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