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Use of risk of malignancy index to indicate frozen section analysis in the surgical care of women with ovarian tumors
Conclusion Women with an RMI below 20 have a low risk of malignancy and therefore do not require frozen section analysis. Postmenopausal women with an RMI greater than 100 should be referred to centers where frozen sections can be performed, and proper facilities and expertise are available to perform staging procedures if necessary. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Feasibility and acceptability of clean birth kits containing misoprostol for self-administration to prevent postpartum hemorrhage in rural Papua New Guinea
Conclusion The findings strengthen the case for community-based use of misoprostol to prevent postpartum hemorrhage in remote communities. Large-scale interventions should be planned to further evaluate impact and acceptability. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Subject Index (Volume 132)
Publication date: March 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, Volume 132, Issue 3 (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Author Index (Volume 132)
Publication date: March 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, Volume 132, Issue 3 (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Threshold for endometrial sampling among postmenopausal patients without vaginal bleeding
Conclusion Irrespective of conventional risk factors, an incidentally-found thickened endometrial lining of less than 15mm might not warrant endometrial biopsy sampling among postmenopausal women without vaginal bleeding. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Ambulance referral for emergency obstetric care in remote settings
Conclusions An ambulance service dedicated to EmOC that interconnected health centers and a hospital facilitated referrals and better utilized local resources. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Comparison between the traditional non-guided and a novel ultrasound-guided technique for office fitting of intrauterine contraceptive devices
Conclusion Ultrasonography-guided IUCD insertion demonstrated improved success and fitting accuracy in comparison with a traditional, non-guided approach. ANZCTR trial ID: ACTRN12615000526572 (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

A prospective study into the benefits of simulation training in teaching obstetric vaginal examination
Conclusion Simulation training assisted novice students in improving their vaginal-examination skills before performing such procedures on real patients. Vaginal-examination simulations should be included in the training curriculum for students who will examine pregnant patients. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Fetal vascular adaptation before and after treatment of severe maternal anemia in pregnancy
Conclusion Fetuses of individuals with severe maternal anemia demonstrated altered cerebral and umbilical artery flows. Normal flows were restored following treatment of maternal anemia. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 19, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Transvaginal treatment of anterior or central urogenital prolapse using six tension-free straps and light mesh
Conclusion Transvaginal prolapse repair by placement of an anteroposterior six-strap 22-g/m2 mesh was feasible and effective with satisfactory 3-year outcomes. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 17, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Comparison of classic terminology with the FIGO PALM-COEIN system for classification of the underlying causes of abnormal uterine bleeding
Conclusion Classic terminology for AUB is insufficient and confusing with respect to etiologic pathologies among nonpregnant women of reproductive age. Widespread adoption of the PALM-COEIN system for AUB classification will facilitate more meaningful communication among both clinicians and investigators, and clarify the populations that should be evaluated in clinical trials, thereby enhancing communication with patients. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 17, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Randomized controlled trial of tranexamic acid among parturients at increased risk for postpartum hemorrhage undergoing cesarean delivery
Conclusion Intravenous tranexamic acid, administered before skin incision, significantly reduced the requirement for additional uterotonics among women at increased risk for postpartum hemorrhage. Clinical Trials Registry India: CTRI/2015/05/005752. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 17, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Multicenter analysis comparing robotic, open, laparoscopic, and vaginal hysterectomies performed by high-volume surgeons for benign indications
Conclusion When performed by gynecologic surgeons with relevant high-volume experience, robotic-assisted benign hysterectomy provided improved outcomes compared with abdominal, vaginal, and laparoscopic hysterectomy. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 17, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

The association between midwifery experience and perinatal mortality—Authors’ reply
Publication date: Available online 15 February 2016 Source:International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Author(s): Beverley Lawton, Sara Filoche, Stacie E. Geller, James Stanley (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 16, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in mothers and their newborns in a Tunisian population
Conclusion Vitamin D deficiency is prevalent among Tunisian mothers and their neonates. (Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics)
Source: International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics - February 13, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research