Correlation between the Length of Ovarian Ligament and Ovarian Torsion: A Prospective Study
Conclusion: Our results suggest that increased length of ovarian ligament might be correlated with the development of ovarian torsion. This could be a basis for ovarian ligament fixation or oophoropexy at the time of conservative surgery for ovarian torsion.Gynecol Obstet Invest (Source: Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation)
Source: Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation - August 2, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

The Role of Serum Caspase 3 Levels in Prediction of Endometriosis Severity
Conclusion: Serum caspase-3 level may be a reliable predictor of endometriosis severity.Gynecol Obstet Invest (Source: Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation)
Source: Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation - August 2, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Agonist Final Oocyte Maturation and Human Chorionic Gonadotropin as Exclusive Luteal Support in Normal Responders
Conclusion: GnRH agonist triggering with exclusive hCG support may be a valid alternative to hCG triggering with progesterone support. This protocol combines the potential advantages of a physiological trigger with a simple, patient-friendly, luteal support.Gynecol Obstet Invest (Source: Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation)
Source: Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation - July 26, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

The Effect of Metformin on the Endometrium of Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Conclusions: It is shown for the first time that metformin administration to women with PCOS did not affect the expression of endometrial receptivity markers but delayed histological glandular maturation. It is suggested that metformin may have an impact on the function of the endometrium in PCOS.Gynecol Obstet Invest (Source: Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation)
Source: Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation - July 26, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Is There a Benefit to Culturing Intra-Uterine Devices in Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?
Conclusions: IUD removal for culture in PID patients is probably unnecessary. Alteration of treatment according to the culture results may have little impact on disease course and outcome.Gynecol Obstet Invest (Source: Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation)
Source: Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation - July 25, 2018 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research