Background: Gallstones acute pancreatitis has increased incidence in young women in the 2 years postpartum. Middle aged women with longer period of breastfeeding have less hospitalization for gallbladder disease. Methods: We identified all sicilian women who delivered (2013-20 [....] » Read More
Join Amy Loden Tiffany, MD, MBA, FACP, CPC, a seasoned Physician Leader, Public Speaker, and Coach, on a transformative journey towards better women's health. In her engaging presentation, Amy Loden Tiffany addresses women aged 30-55 who have experienced pregnancy complicatio [....] » Read More
Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) poses a significant threat to maternal health, affecting 1 in 6 women during childbirth and contributing to over 20% of maternal fatalities globally. In the United States, a hemorrhaging mother is ten times more likely to die due to the reliance on a s [....] » Read More
In humans, for a successful reproduction, there is a need for a successful implantation of a blastocyst on the endometrial mucosa followed by the establishment of an appropriate maternal-fetal interface. Hormonal response and immune cells are recognized to induce an implantation- [....] » Read More
The normal receptor status of the endometrium is an important factor in successful embryo implantation. The most informative methods of studying endometrial receptivity are immunohistochemical and immunocytochemical research methods. The aim of our study was to determine the rece [....] » Read More
Background: The ultrasound (US) imaging features of benign breast lesions (BBLs) after microwave ablation (MWA) are diverse and often mistaken by clinical doctors as malignant tumors. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to describe the US imaging features at different period [....] » Read More
Polycystic ovarian disease is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women of reproductive age and adolescents. It doesn’t spare even perimenopausal women. PCOS is the most common cause of anovulatory infertility in women. The global prevalence of PCOS varies [....] » Read More
Background: Despite the known causes of pituitary adenoma and drug induced, a high percentage of hyperprolactinemia cases remain idiopathic. Further, mechanisms of anti-prolactin autoantibody development in macroprolactinemia cases are not clearly known. Studies at whole genome l [....] » Read More
The benefits of a full course of antenatal corticosteroids are well documented. Unfortunately, the benefits giving incomplete antenatal corticosteroid remain a subject for debate, especially as the few studies available have conflicting results. This study, therefore, aimed to co [....] » Read More
Background: Not only pregnancy may be associated with weakness of abdominal muscles including the Transversus Abdominis muscle but also, Cesarean delivery may contribute to this weakness. This study assessed the maximum voluntary isometric contraction (MVIC) of the core muscle; T [....] » Read More
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent cause of infertility in women, characterized by hyperandrogenism and oxidative stress, which negatively affect oocyte quality. In vitro maturation (IVM) is often recommended to improve oocyte quality. This study investigates the eff [....] » Read More
The primary objective of this study was to assess the impact of passive smoking during pregnancy on vitamin D levels and related biochemical indices in mothers and newborns. This research aimed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the adverse effects of cigarette smoke exp [....] » Read More
Introduction: I am a young Zambian lady aged 21, a medical doctor by profession. I am presenting this paper because I am a past victim of sexual abuse at the age of 13 and had a baby due lack of sex education which is affecting a lot of adolescent girls, in Africa and MENA. Most [....] » Read More
Background: Studies have shown that Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) exacerbated during conflict. During such times, the tendency to report and seek care decreases due to insecurity, displacement and the inability of the health system and other services to address these si [....] » Read More
Background: Intimate partner violence (IPV) in pregnant women is an important public health problem. It has a significant negative impact on the health and wellness of both the mother and her fetus. Most previous studies are more focused on IPV among non-pregnant women [....] » Read More
Background: In GUH (Gondar University Hospital) large number of surgery is done annually, among these most are done under general anesthesia. Post-operative delayed awakening is one problem of patients who have surgery under general anesthesia. Most commonly, delayed awakeni [....] » Read More
Introduction: In modern medicine now its very demanded to treat and rejuvenate intimate area. Lot of methods are presented nowedays for such kind of treatments: lasers, dermal fillers, fat grafting, PRP and etc. to achieve desirable result we need to combine at least two or more [....] » Read More
Background and Justification: More than 6 million Cameroonian women aged 15 and over are at risk of developing cervical cancer. Despite this impact, recent studies on its risk factors in Cameroon are limited. Objective: Our objective was to identify the risk factors for cervic [....] » Read More
Introduction: Delayed (also referred to as “late”) cord clamping is generally carried out more than 1 min after the birth or when the umbilical cord pulsation has ceased. The additional blood volume transferred to the infant during this time is known as placental tran [....] » Read More
Background: Vaginal stenosis is an important adverse effect of brachytherapy for cervical cancer. This study was aimed to determine attitudes and practices contributing to vaginal stenosis following brachytherapy at the Cancer Diseases Hospital in Lusaka – Zambia Methods [....] » Read More
Background: Prolonged waiting times in the Emergency Department have a significant psychological impact on women experiencing early pregnancy complications and possible pregnancy loss. Sheffield Teaching Hospitals operates across split sites, with the Obstetrics & Gynaec [....] » Read More
A 32-year-old gravida 2 para 1 unbooked pregnant patient presented to the emergency department with severe abdominal pain and fresh moderate vaginal bleeding that started a couple of hours prior. Her gestational age (GA) at the time of presentation was 27 weeks and 2 days by her [....] » Read More
Background: Placenta accreta is defined as abnormal trophoblast invasion of part or all of the placenta into the myometrium of the uterine wall. It is a well known cause of increased maternal morbidity and mortality. Clinical Case: Here we present a case of focal placenta accr [....] » Read More
Objective: For breast cancer with BRCA1/2 gene mutation, the PARP inhibitor talazoparib has been proven to have a tumor therapeutic effect and has shown good efficacy in phase III clinical trials. Based on the phase III EMBRACE trial ?NCT01945775?clinical trials, we evaluate [....] » Read More
Endometriosis is one of the most challenging gynaecological conditions that primarily affects women of childbearing age. It mainly presents with pelvic pains and subfertility, causing a significant impairment in the quality of life. Unfortunately, there is no radical cure for end [....] » Read More
Vulvovaginal Congenital Anomalies affects both genital tract health as well as fertility and reproduction. External genitalia should be checked in any case immediately after delivery. Amenorrhea, oligomenorhea and pelvic pain are common symptoms of lower genital tract congenital [....] » Read More
Office operative hysteroscopy is an outpatient surgical procedure which can be done at hospitals, community clinic, free standing surgical centres and medical offices for treatment of uterine cavity or cervical canal pathology under direct visualization using hysteroscopic instru [....] » Read More
The United Nations Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021–2030) is a global collaboration, aligned with the last ten years of the Sustainable Development Goals, to improve the lives of older people, their families, and the communities in which they live. Among the impacts and healt [....] » Read More
For decades the endometrial cavity has been considered a sterile environment, but this belief has been challenged since the late 1950s. However, it is only from the beginning of the 2000s that it was possible to define the characteristics of the microbiota in the [....] » Read More
This presentation explores the transformative potential of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) integrated with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to address health disparities in women's cancer care. We investigate how these technologies can illuminate th [....] » Read More
The central research question of the current study was, “How does gender identity affect the experience of living with endometriosis?” An often-incapacitating chronic condition with limited treatments, endometriosis causes the lining of the uterus to grow outside of t [....] » Read More
Did you know that the movements that open the top of the pelvis will restrict the bottom of the pelvis, and vice versa? Join Exercise Physiologist, birth doula and founder of the Body Ready Method®, Lindsay McCoy, to learn how to know what to do when, and why to encourage pro [....] » Read More
Background: Early pregnancy loss (EPL) is the most common complication in pregnancy. After diagnosis of EPL, patients have three options: expectant, medical or procedural management. While procedural management is quick and has relatively few complications, medical management is [....] » Read More
Metformin is a highly preferred drug that is used to treat the symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome among women. Pakistan is facing a continuous rise in the prevalence of polycystic ovarian syndrome. Therefore, the determination of the effectiveness of the drug in this conditi [....] » Read More
From menarche at about age 12 to menopause, which may occur arguably about age 51, women have lived for about 39 years, more than a 1/3 of their lives enjoying the benefits of ovarian cycling and the hormones which such delivers: Oestrogen, Progestrogen and Testosterone. Start [....] » Read More
Objective: To identify whether induction of labour with Cooks Balloon increases risk of cord prolapse. Design: Retrospective case notes analysis of patients who had CAT1 CS due to cord prolapse in a district general hospital between January 2020 and December 2020 and compared [....] » Read More
Ectopic cervical pregnancy (CP) ,is rare condition with an incidence of less than 0.1% of all pregnancies. It is associated with potentially high morbidity and mortality. In this case report of cervical pregnancy, the challenges in the diagnosis and management are discussed [....] » Read More
Background: 53,000 babies are born prematurely each year in the UK. In 2021 7.6% of births are preterm, which was an increase from 7.4% in 2020. Preterm birth is a major cause of perinatal mortality. North West has introduced a preterm guideline regarding preterm Clinic. Sin [....] » Read More
Background: There is increasing concern about the integrity of clinical research. The post-publication review process allows the assessment of potentially problematic papers after publication. The effectiveness and efficiency of post-publication assessment, which adheres to the C [....] » Read More
In Fiji, breast and cervical cancers numbers are rising steadily. Many women have fibroids, PCOS, endometriosis, uterus prolapse and other female specific illness or problems showing in younger age group of women (below 25 years). Qualitative studies conducted in the obstetrics a [....] » Read More
India’s vision towards equitable healthcare is well known, and so are the country’s systematic efforts in the field of reproductive health and family planning (FP). However, the fifth National Family Health Survey of India (2019-21) estimated that among married women [....] » Read More
Torsion of uterine adnexa or ovarian mass is an important cause of acute abdominal pain. Adnexal masses are not very common in pregnancy, but due to large use of ultrasound during pregnancy, its frequency has considerably increased during last couple of decades. The overall incid [....] » Read More
Infertility is defined as the inability to become pregnant after at least a year of trying. Infertility affects an estimated 10–15% of couples of reproductive age globally. The number of couples seeking infertility treatment has increased considerably in recent years as a r [....] » Read More
Objective: To compare the efficacy of intravenous and intraperitoneal injection of lidocaine and normal saline in relieving postoperative pain after elective abdominal hysterectomy. Materials and methods: For this double-blind randomized controlled study 109 patients undergoin [....] » Read More
Introduction: Obstetric fistula is a serious and debilitating problem resulting from tissue necrosis on the reproductive and urinary and/or lower gastrointestinal tract organs due to prolonged labor. Primary studies aimed at the treatment success of obstetric fistula reported sig [....] » Read More
Cervical cancer screening is a health intervention for women at risk of developing cervical cancer. Documented evidence shows that it is treatable if early diagnosis is made and preventable if vaccination is given at the appropriate age. Regrettably, in most developing coun [....] » Read More
Purpose: The initiation of this study was driven by the notable impact of uterine fibroids on Black women, who face a significantly higher risk for these benign tumors compared to other demographics. Moreover, they experience disparities in surgical outcomes, a concern that persi [....] » Read More
Introduction: In this retrospective study, we focused on postmenopausal bleeding patients taking anticoagulants and antiplatelet therapy during hysteroscopic polypectomies. We looked at the advice given to patients before their appointments with the aim to generate separate [....] » Read More
Background: The objective of this study was to compare the surgical outcomes and survival rates among patients who underwent laparoscopic hysterectomy (LH), laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH), robotic hysterectomy (RH), and abdominal hysterectomy (AH) for [....] » Read More
The State of Uttar Pradesh has experienced fertility decline significantly among various religious groups both in rural and urban areas irrespective of their socio-economic conditions. In this paper, an attempt has been made to study the fertility and family planning behavior of [....] » Read More
Poor menstrual hygiene can contribute to the development of various reproductive and urinary tract infections (UTIs). Here are some diseases or conditions that may be associated with unhygienic menstrual practices like Vaginitis is the inflammation of the vagina, such as using di [....] » Read More
Introduction: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder affecting women of reproductive age. The aim of this study was to determine the variations in the clinical presentation and frequency of metabolic syndrome (MetS) in women with PCOS. Methods: This cr [....] » Read More
Background: Urinary incontinence (UI) affects women both physically and psychologically, with varying prevalence rates among perimenopausal and older women. This study aimed to determine the proportion and risk factors of UI in perimenopausal women, including subtypes such as str [....] » Read More
Backgrounds: With the advancement in the embryo culture media which supports nutrient requirements of embryos up to 5 to 6 days, there’s a chance to select more viable embryos, which are more likely competent to result in pregnancy, compared to earlier stages of development [....] » Read More
Globally the pandemic of Human Immune - deficiency virus HIV and AID has continued to constitute serious health and socio-economic challenges for more than two decades reversing many of the health and developmental gains as reflected by indices such as life expectancy at birth an [....] » Read More
Introduction: Cervical Cancer remains a public health concern in Malawi and the disease burden is unacceptably high. The WHO recommends HPV DNA testing as a high performance screening method for cervical cancer. Main Objective: To assess feasibility of hrHPV DNA test [....] » Read More
Aim: The aim of this case is to provide novel insight into the management and outcomes of patients with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Topic Epidermal Necrolysis extending to gynecological mucosa. Background: To date, there is limited knowledge of patients with Stevens-Johnson S [....] » Read More
Introduction and Objectives: Our study hypothesis postulates that if patients with Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) bladders exhibit increased inflammation, fibrosis, and urothelial dysfunction then treatment modalities that modulate inflammation and fibrosis, [....] » Read More
Introduction and Objectives: Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) is a commonly associated issue in patients with Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS). FSD manifests through various abnormalities in sexual desire, arousal, orgasm, pain, distress, and satisfaction. [....] » Read More
Introduction and Objectives: Inflammation may play a pathogenic role in overactive bladder (OAB) by inducing significant fibrosis of the detrusor and submucosal tissues, making them less “flexible” resulting in a decrease in bladder capacity. Therefore, tre [....] » Read More
For many physicians, exposure to reproductive healthcare is limited based upon their chosen specialty. For this reason, it is imperative that medical students obtain a strong foundation in women’s health during their preclinical years so that they may carry this knowledge b [....] » Read More
Background: Adnexal torsion is a surgical emergency in children and adolescents and is a diagnosis that continues to stump healthcare providers. Independent predictors of torsion, both clinical and radiographic, have been identified and incorporated into a composite scoring syste [....] » Read More
COVID-19 has drastically changed the experience of maternal and reproductive healthcare in the United States, amplifying existing disparities. COVID-19-related stressful birthing experiences have been associated with subsequent poor maternal and infant health outcomes including g [....] » Read More
Objective: Although a prior history of preterm birth (PTB) is a potential risk factor for recurrence in successive pregnancies, little information is available on whether recurrence risk is modified by race/ethnicity, gestational age at birth, PTB subtypes, and interpregnancy int [....] » Read More
Objectives: Depression is a common mental health issue during pregnancy. Previous studies suggested a potential link between zinc and mood regulation. We aimed to investigate preconception maternal zinc intake in relation to depression during pregnancy. Methods: This secondary [....] » Read More
Introduction: Vaginally administered non-hormonal contraceptive (NHC) methods are currently being explored for a non-systemic approach to minimize side effects. Developing efficacious NHCs requires testing consistent with the target effect along the sperm’s path to fertiliz [....] » Read More
This Systematic Review was conducted between September 2022- July 2023. The primary outcomes include; Pain via Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) score reduction in pelvic pain and dysmenorrhea and Infertility improvement through evaluation of pregnancy and live birth rates. Six papers [....] » Read More
Objective: To present an interesting case of diagnosis and management of undiagnosed dysfibrinogenemia in an otherwise uncomplicated pregnancy and its outcome. Case Report: A 29/F, G1, BMI 38kg/m2 with a previous history of surgical intervention without any bleeding or co [....] » Read More
Purpose: To analyze the contribution of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to the prenatal diagnosis of anomalies of brainstem structures using the example of describing our own rare clinical observations and comparing the results of MRI with the changes identified during a pr [....] » Read More
The risk of maternal mortality increases significantly with increasing age, In the context of an increasing birth rate in the modern world, according to sociological research, the number of women who decide to perform their reproductive function after 35-40 years is increasing. [....] » Read More
Objectives: Toxoplasma gondii is an obligatory-intracellular protozoan with variable prevalence observed worldwide. Alexandria has high Toxoplasma prevalence among pregnant females between Egyptian governorates 59.7%. Toxoplasmosis in pregnancy has variable outcomes such as misca [....] » Read More
The realm of gynecology and women's healthcare plays a pivotal role in addressing the distinct healthcare needs of women across various life stages. In 1940, the maternal mortality rate in the United States stood at 363.9 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births, marking one o [....] » Read More
Introduction: Child sexual abuse (CSA) is a health emergency associated with devastating physical, behavioral, interpersonal and psychological consequences for survivors. Because children rarely disclose sexual abuse immediately, the physical examination (PE) is often delayed, an [....] » Read More
Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), genetically heterogeneous endocrine disorder in reproductive-aged women, affecting 5% to 20% worldwide, is major cause of hyperandrogenism, anovulatory infertility, menstrual dysfunction, and hirsutism. It is commonly treated with o [....] » Read More
In vitro gametogenesis (IVG) is a controversial technology that allows doctors to reprogram cells from a patient's blood, skin, or hair to become gametes. These gametes can be used to create fertilized embryos. IVG could help people who are struggling with infertility and cou [....] » Read More
Objective: To analyze the levels of serum vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and interleukin-6 (IL-6) in patients with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and their relationship with pregnancy outcome. Methods: 90 patients with GDM admitted to our hospital from January [....] » Read More
Objective: This article aims to assess and compare the therapeutic outcomes of patients with endometriosis undergoing medication, surgery, and assisted reproductive technologies (ART). Special attention is given to their effectiveness in treating infertility and the selection of [....] » Read More
Background and objective: Placental abruption (PA) causes numerous neonatal and maternal complications and increases their mortality. However, PA might occur asymptomatically, and the diagnosis was made only when fresh or long-standing clots were detected on placental examin [....] » Read More
Background: Ovarian clear cell carcinoma (OCCC) is a less common subtype of epithelial ovarian cancers. It is a challenge for clinical treatment of OCCC due to the resistance to chemotherapy. In this study, we revealed the molecular landscape of ovarian clear cell carc [....] » Read More
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Title : Management of stress urinary incontinence in women with minimally invasive threads methods
Marlen Sulamanidze, Total Charm Clinic, Georgia
Introduction: Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a common condition affecting millions of individuals worldwide, particularly women. It occurs due to weakened pelvic floor muscles and tissues, leading to the involuntary loss of urine during activities that increase abdominal pr [....] » Read More
Title : “Just a pinch”? A national survey of provider attitudes regarding IUD procedure analgesia management and options
Nicole E Friedlich, Burnett School of Medicine at Texas Christian University, United States
Introduction: The intrauterine device (IUD) is a popular and effective contraception option, however, pain associated with insertion remains a chief concern for recipients as well as a barrier for obtaining an IUD. Pain localized to the gynecologic community has an extensive [....] » Read More
Title : The relationship between atopic dermatitis and pregnancy: Considerations for prenatal counselling and treatment for a global population
Indira Rayala, University of Washington School of Medicine, United States
Globally, atopic dermatitis (AD) is the most common skin disorder in pregnancy and accounts for 36-59% of obstetric skin disease. The pathogenesis of AD in pregnancy is unclear. The prevailing theory suggests the immunity shift from Th-1 to Th-2 during pregnancy leads to AD exace [....] » Read More
Title : 11 seconds magazine: Reimagining the "Women's Health" conversation through digital media
Sahana Narayan, Harvard Medical School, United States
Medicine is at the heart of science, technology, and innovation. A field that has long since been revolutionized, it is arguably, as Osler would say " a science of uncertainty and an art of probability." How does this transform our experiences today, in the digital age? [....] » Read More
Title : Enhancing women’s health through gynecological innovation
Iwu Lilian Adanne, Klinikum Bielefeld Mitte, Germany
Advancements in gynaecological innovation have brought transformative changes to women’s healthcare, reshaping the landscape of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. This presentation explores the remarkable strides made in gynecology, delving into cutting-edge technologies [....] » Read More
Title : Abnormal Embryos: Transfer impossible to disposed of
Voznesenskaya Tverdaya Julia, European Medical Center, Russian Federation
Today, IVF clinics are competing for pregnancy rates. This competition is on the rise, at clinics' websites displaying increasing figures on laboratory efficiency. This information attracts both patients and insurance companies. The most common indicator used in such reports [....] » Read More
Title : Menstruation disorders related to COVID-19 infection in students of the faculty of medical and nursing Pelita Harapan University
Angelique Natalie, Pelita Harapan University, Indonesia
Background: The current COVID-19 pandemic has created several problems related to the reproductive system in women, especially menstrual disorders. Changes that occur in the cycle, volume, and duration of menstruation can raise important issues, because they are indicators o [....] » Read More
Title : The relationship of CCL4, BCL2A1, and NFKBIA genes with premature aging in women of yin deficiency constitution
Ruoxi Yu, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, China
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) defined constitution as a health statue or physical fitness that determines individual susceptibility to diseases. Previous studies found that the characteristic genes of Yin deficiency (YinDC) are part of the inflammatory aging signaling pathwa [....] » Read More
Title : ARID1A inhibits progression of ovarian cancer by inactivating hedgehog pathway
Shouying Xu, Children's Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, China
Ovarian cancer is one kind of malignant tumors derived from epithelial and germ cells, and is the second most lethal gynecologic malignancy worldwide. The abnormal activation of the Hedgehog (Hh) pathway is crucial for cancer progression, including ovarian cancer. AT-rich interac [....] » Read More
Title : Digital Muscle Testing (DMT) scale for pelvic floor muscle assessment
Sunita Patel, M D University Rohtak Haryana, India
During this presentation, the assessment of Pelvic Floor Muscle (PFM) using Digital Muscle Testing (DMT) scale will be discussed. PFM assessment is an important part of medical evaluation conducted to assess the functionality of the pelvic floor muscles. It refers to a group of m [....] » Read More
Title : Coexisting pathology of unruptured ectopic pregnancy with concurrent ipsilateral dermoid cyst: A rare occurrence
Anne Nicole Fuentes, Pasig City General Hospital, Philippines
A 29 year old Gravida 1 Para 0 who presented at the hospital with a 5-week history of amenorrhea, abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. Transvaginal ultrasound revealed 3 pathologic findings : Tuboovarian complex on the right adnexa, a complex mass indicative of an unruptured ecto [....] » Read More
Title : Menstrual hygiene amongst school girls: Still a messy business
Saleema Gulzar, Aga Khan University, Pakistan
Background: Menstruation has become a taboo topic among adolescent females, affecting their reproductive health, particularly in more traditional South Asian nations such as Pakistan. The study highlights the societal silence surrounding menstruation, which leads to detrimen [....] » Read More
Title : Role of biofeedback pelvic floor training in elderly patients with obstructed defecation
Mervat Sheta, Alexandria University, Egypt
Pelvic floor rehabilitation is essential to manage elderly patients with obstructed defecation. Program of biofeedback will be discussed with prerequisite, indication, and mechanism of biofeedback in these patients with usage of other physical modalities to improve emptying of [....] » Read More
Title : Repeated implantation failure a stressing situation that needs a calm management
Mehdi Kehila, Eve Fertility Center, Tunisia
Repeated embryo implantation failure (RIF) is an extremely frustrating condition for both patients and clinicians and its management constitutes a difficult challenge in the field of in vitro fertilization. There is actually no consensus in the definition and the strategy of [....] » Read More
Title : Chemical composition of clay soil eaten by geophagic women of childbearing age and potential health risks: Experimental study in Tshwane District, Gauteng Province
Mohora Feida Malebatja, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa
Background: Geophagy is the deliberate ingestion of earthly materials such as chalk, kaolin, soil, clay, dirt, soft rocks, and sand amongst pregnant women and women of childbearing age in African countries such as South Africa. The chemical composition, toxicological aspects [....] » Read More
Title : Women's autonomy in reproductive organ surgical interventions in underdeveloped countries
Kourosh Delpasand, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
In the current world and global custom, equality in many matters has been considered for women. Many people have mistaken beliefs about the male guardianship of a woman and regard the affairs of the woman as subject to the permission of her husband. She is the woman herself. The [....] » Read More
Title : Experience in managing a patient with breast cancer during pregnancy
Gunay Mamedbeyli, Baku Medical Plaza, Azerbaijan
Despite advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer, malignant neoplasms are still occasionally found in pregnant women. A patient presented to our clinic at 16 weeks of gestation (second trimester). Ultrasound examination revealed a pathological mass in the left [....] » Read More
Title : Predictors of uterine rupture after one previous cesarean section among mothers who gave birth in one specialized hospital in Ethiopia: Unmatched case control study
Temesgen Tantu Arusi, Wolkite University, Ethiopia
Background: Uterine rupture is a rare occurrence but has catastrophic complications during pregnancy. The incidence is relatively higher in scarred uteri because there is a promotion of labor after cesarean section. There is a scarcity of evidence from low-income countries regard [....] » Read More
Title : Assessment of knowledge and practices regarding menstrual hygiene management and its impact on school absence: Exploring the link between menstrual hygiene practices and academic attendance
Mohammed Hammad Jaber Amin, Alzaiem Alazhari University, Sudan
Background: Menstruation, a natural process, faces societal stigma and cultural taboos, particularly in low-income settings. Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) is crucial for women's empowerment, requiring access to affordable products, education, and support. Influenced by p [....] » Read More
Title : Ectopic pregnancy in Tigray, Ethiopia: A cross-sectional survey of prevalence, management outcomes, and associated factors
Teferi Gebru Gebremeskel, Flinders University, Australia
Background: Ectopic pregnancy is a neglected and challenging gynecologic problem in developing countries including Ethiopia. Objective: The present study is aimed at assessing the prevalence of ectopic pregnancy, its management outcomes, and factors associated with management [....] » Read More
Title : The role of indocyanine green in minimizing ureteral injuries in complex total laparoscopic hysterectomy
Francesco Fedele, University of Milan, Italy
Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH) carries a significant riks (1.2%, range 0.6%–4%) of ureteral complications, higher than open abdominal or vaginal approach. The presence of large fibroids leads to poor pelvic visibility, decreased uterine mobility, deformity and d [....] » Read More
Title : Efficacy of methotrexate treatment in ectopic pregnancy: A retrospective cohort study
Swati Kumari, Bronxcare Health System, United States
Ectopic pregnancy, a potentially life-threatening condition where fertilized eggs implant and develop outside the uterus, presents considerable risks to maternal health. This retrospective cohort study, conducted at BronxCare Hospital between January 2020 and September 2022, focu [....] » Read More
Title : Dedifferentiated mucinous ovarian carcinoma: A case report and literature review
Jasenka Mazibrada, Norfolk and Norwich university Hospital, United Kingdom
Introduction. Dedifferentiated mucinous carcinoma of the ovary is a rare, highly aggressive and molecularly distinct ovarian malignancy, characterised by frequent inactivation of core SWI/SNF complex and typically a low response rate to platinum-based standard care for& [....] » Read More
Title : Focal placenta accreta in a congenitally malformed uterus: A case report
Umniyah Abdulameer Majeed Abu Nayla, Dubai Academic Health Corporation, United Arab Emirates
Placenta accreta is defined as an abnormal trophoblast invasion of part or all of the placenta into the myometrium of the uterine wall. It is a well-known cause of maternal morbidity and mortality. Here, we present a unique case of focal placenta accreta due to a bicornuate uteru [....] » Read More
Title : Embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma of the cervix a diagnostic and management dilemma
Shrutika Bhuyar, SMBT Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, India
Introduction: A malignant tumor arising from the embryonal skeletal muscle cells is Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS). It’s incidence among children 0 to 14 years of age is 3% and from 15 to 19 years of age is 1) is the most common subtype of rhabdomyosarcoma in the female genital tra [....] » Read More
Title : Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding integrated HIV prevention and SRH services among adolescent girls and young women in Rwanda
Nsenga Bakianhe, Kigali University Teaching Hospital, Rwanda
Background: Adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) globally, particularly in Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) and Rwanda, face significant challenges relating to HIV prevention and sexual and reproductive health (SRH). AGYW account for 26% of new HIV infections in ESA and have [....] » Read More
Title : IFA utilization and factors associated with IFA utilization among pregnant women attending ANC at government health facilities and family guidance clinic in Hawassa city, South Ethiopia
Amanuel Fanta Fanta, Hawassa College of Health sciences, Ethiopia
Background: Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional disorder in the world, and most revalent in women of reproductive age. Iron supplementation is a common strategy currently used to control iron deficiency, and iron deficiency anemia in developing countries. However, it i [....] » Read More