Association between the maternal serum levels of 19 eicosanoids and pre-eclampsia
Conclusion The eicosanoids 11,12-EET, 5-HETE, 8-HETE, 12-HETE, 15-HETE, and leukotriene B4 might play important parts in the occurrence and development of pre-eclampsia. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 12, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Outcomes of fertility-sparing surgery among young women with FIGO stage I clear cell carcinoma of the ovary
Conclusion Fertility-sparing surgery was found to be a safe alternative for young women with FIGO stage I clear cell carcinoma of the ovary who wish to preserve fertility. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 12, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Prospective cohort study of persistent hypertension following pre-eclampsia at Medani Hospital, Sudan
Conclusion Persistent hypertension 6weeks after delivery was common among patients who experienced pre-eclampsia in Sudan (particularly severe pre-eclampsia) regardless of patients' age and parity. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 12, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Variable genetic penetrance of myotonic dystrophy following the diagnosis of idiopathic polyhydramnios
Publication date: Available online 9 March 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Başak Güler, Sevtap H. Kılıç, Mustafa Y. Kızıltan (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 11, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

The effects of growth hormone on clinical outcomes after frozen–thawed embryo transfer
Conclusion Simultaneous administration of rhGH with HRT could improve clinical outcomes after FET by increasing endometrial blood perfusion and expression of cytokines related to endometrial receptivity. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 11, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Vaginal fluid pH and buffer capacity for predicting false preterm labor in Japanese women
Conclusion Vaginal-secretion pH and buffer capacity could be useful in diagnosing preterm labor; further studies are needed to determine potential practical diagnostic criteria. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 9, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Autologous lipografting to reconstruct the labia majora following vulvectomy
Publication date: Available online 7 March 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Lea J. Nielsen, Peter A. Siemssen, Jørgen Hesselfeldt (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 9, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

The association between midwifery experience and perinatal mortality
Publication date: Available online 8 March 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Karen Guilliland, Lesley Dixon, Claire MacDonald (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 9, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Contemporary issues in women's health
Publication date: Available online 4 March 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Vincent Boama, Valerie T. Guinto, Claudio G. Sosa (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 6, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Efficacy, safety, and acceptability of thermocoagulation for treatment of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia in a hospital setting in Brazil
Conclusion Thermocoagulation is useful in the management of ectocervical CIN and should be integrated into public health services for management of cervical cancer. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 3, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Urinothorax as an early sign of urinary tract injury following total laparoscopic hysterectomy
Publication date: Available online 2 March 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Diana M.K. Chan, Vincent Y.T. Cheung (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 3, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

The clinical application of laparoscope-assisted peritoneal vaginoplasty for the treatment of congenital absence of vagina
Conclusion Laparoscope-assisted peritoneal vaginoplasty demonstrated good safety and effectiveness in the treatment of patients with congenital vaginal atresia. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 3, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Insights from an expert group meeting on the definition and measurement of unsafe abortion
Publication date: Available online 3 March 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Gilda Sedgh, Veronique Filippi, Onikepe O. Owolabi, Susheela D. Singh, Ian Askew, Akinrinola Bankole, Janie Benson, Clementine Rossier, Andrea B. Pembe, Isaac Adewole, Bela Ganatra, Sandra MacDonagh Until recently, WHO operationally defined unsafe abortion as illegal abortion. In the past decade, however, the incidence of abortion by misoprostol administration has increased in countries with restrictive abortion laws. Access to safe surgical abortions has also increased in m...
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - March 3, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Population-based evaluation of the effectiveness of two regimens for emergency contraception
Conclusion The levonorgestrel regimen is more effective than the Yuzpe regimen in routine use. The data suggest that both regimens are less effective than has been observed in randomized trials. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Ultrasonography estimates of fetal growth in fetuses affected by trisomy 21
Conclusion The T21-specific growth curves indicate anthropometric differences between T21 fetuses and the general population. Once validated, such individual growth curves could allow for more accurate prenatal assessment and management of fetuses affected by T21. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research