Pelvic floor and sexual function 3  years after hysterectomy – A prospective cohort study
ConclusionsThree years after surgery robotic assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy, total laparoscopic hysterectomy and abdominal hysterectomy improve pelvic floor function to the same extent. Among the sexually active women, a decline of sexual function was seen after 3  years, not consistent with the entire cohort and independent of surgical methods. Whether this is a trend associated with aging or menopausal transition remains to be studied. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - February 15, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Ulrika Johannesson, Martina Amato, Catharina Forsgren Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Gynecological cancer survivors' experiences with sexual health communication in nurse ‐led follow‐up consultations
ConclusionsWomen who have undergone treatment for gynecological cancer find communication with trained nurses regarding sexual health beneficial. We recommend integration of trained nurses in the follow-up team. The nurses should adjust communication according to each gynecological cancer survivor's unique understanding of sexuality and inform women with sexual health concerns at that end of treatment, that sexual health can improve during follow-up. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - February 15, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Anita Paulsen, Ingvild Vistad, Liv Fegran Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Prevention of obstetric anal sphincter injuries with perineal support and lateral episiotomy: A historical cohort study
ConclusionsWe observed a long-lasting reduction in OASIS rates after implementation of preventive procedures. Lateral episiotomy was associated with lower OASIS rates in nulliparous women with an instrumental delivery. Special attention should be paid to deliveries with persistent OP position. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - February 15, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Torbj ørn M. Eggebø, Astrid Betten Rygh, Phillip von Brandis, Finn Egil Skjeldestad Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Adrenal volumes in fetuses delivering prior to 32  weeks' gestation: An MRI pilot study
ConclusionsAdrenal: body volume ratios are significantly larger in fetuses who go on to deliver preterm than those delivering at term. Adrenal volumes were not significantly larger, we hypothesize that this could be due to an adrenal atrophy in fetuses with fulminating chorioamnionitis. A straightforward relationship of adrenal size being increased prior to preterm birth should not be assumed. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - February 15, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Megan Hall, Jana Hutter, Alena Uus, Elise du Crest, Alexia Egloff, Natalie Suff, Mudher Al  Adnani, Paul T. Seed, Deena Gibbons, Maria Deprez, Rachel M. Tribe, Andrew Shennan, Mary Rutherford, Lisa Story Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

ST waveform analysis vs cardiotocography alone for intrapartum fetal monitoring: An updated systematic review and meta ‐analysis of randomized trials
ConclusionsAbsolute effects of STAN were minor and the clinical significance of the observed reduction in metabolic acidosis is questioned. There is insufficient evidence to state that STAN as an adjunct to CTG leads to important clinical benefits compared with CTG alone. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - February 15, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Ellen Blix, Kjetil Gundro Brurberg, Eirik Reierth, Liv Merete Reinar, P ål Øian Tags: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW Source Type: research

Issue Information
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Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - February 15, 2024 Category: OBGYN Tags: ISSUE INFORMATION Source Type: research

Looking back on preterm birth  – The successes and failures
(Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - February 15, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Maya Reddy, Claire McGannon, Ben W. Mol Tags: GUEST EDITORIAL Source Type: research

Contraceptive uptake and compliance after structured contraceptive counseling ‐ secondary outcomes of the LOWE trial
ConclusionsThe LOWE trial intervention resulted in increased LARC use also at 12  months. Strategies on how to sustain LARC use needs to be further investigated. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - February 14, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Isabella Bizjak, Niklas Envall, Karin Emtell  Iwarsson, Helena Kopp Kallner, Kristina Gemzell‐Danielsson Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Preterm birth and subsequent intelligence and academic performance in youth: A cohort study
ConclusionsLow gestational age at birth was associated with not graduating from LSE and USE, achieving lower GPAs in LSE, not attending conscription, and lower intelligence scores in young adulthood. The findings remained significant after adjusting for potential confounders. (Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - February 13, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Emilie Pi Fogtmann Sejer, Agnes Kielgast Ladelund, Frederik Jager Bruun, Julie Anna Slavensky, Erik Lykke Mortensen, Ulrik Schi øler Kesmodel Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Accessory cavitated uterine malformation (ACUM): A scoping review
ConclusionsDespite its increasing recognition as a clinical entity, ACUM often remains underdiagnosed as it shares similarities with other myometrial masses. We propose a unified terminology and definition for ACUM based on the data in this review. ACUM presents as a cavitated lesion, surrounded by a myometrial mantle, in continuity with the anterolateral uterine wall and located beneath the insertion of the round ligament and the interstitial portion of the fallopian tube. In contrast to other uterine abnormalities, a normal uterine cavity is visualized. Future studies are needed, using a clear definition for ACUM, and pr...
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - February 12, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Stefan Timmerman, Lauren Stubbe, Thierry Van  den Bosch, Dominique Van Schoubroeck, Tina Tellum, Wouter Froyman Tags: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW Source Type: research

Leader vs follower in the tango of polycystic ovary syndrome: Insulin resistance vs androgen excess
(Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica)
Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - February 10, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Francis de  Zegher, Lourdes Ibáñez Tags: LETTER TO THE EDITOR Source Type: research