Ethical and practical challenges in providing noninvasive prenatal testing for chromosome abnormalities: an update.

abstract：:During the past year much effort has been focused on defining the DNA content of gestational trophoblastic tumors. Flow cytometric and image analysis studies of molar pregnancies confirmed that the majority of partial hydatidiform moles were triploid, and, as expected, most complete hydatidiform moles were diploid or ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Lage JM

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to analyze what is known to date about the relation between telomeres and male fertility, and if it is possible for telomeres, or elements related to them, to be used as new prognostic biomarkers in fertility treatment. RECENT FINDINGS:Cells in germ series, including spe...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Balmori C,Varela E

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Laparoscopic oophorectomy is one of the most controversial and challenging areas of endoscopic surgery. Judicious preoperative evaluation along with careful patient selection can reduce the risk of operating on an unsuspected ovarian malignancy. Appropriate patient consent and planning should be obtained before the pr...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Russell JB

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To summarize results from the Women's Health Initiative trial and other recent randomized placebo-controlled trials of hormone replacement therapy, which fundamentally changed our understanding of its risks and benefits. RECENT FINDINGS:The Women's Health Initiative study for the first time provided ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Kocjan T,Prelevic GM

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Few randomized studies have addressed the best choice of adjuvant radiation therapy after surgery for stage I endometrial cancer. Although whole pelvic radiation decreases the incidence of pelvic and vaginal cancer recurrence, there is no convincing evidence that it improves survival in women who have been completely ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Naumann RW

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Approximately 12 million women worldwide use the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (IUS), with approximately 180,000 users of this IUS currently reported in Austria. A patient satisfaction study of 591 women in Austria revealed a high number of 'very satisfied' (79%) and 'satisfied' (19%) patients. Reliabil...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Concin H,Bösch H,Hintermüller P,Hohlweg T,Mursch-Edlmayr G,Pinnisch B,Schmidl-Amann S,Schulz-Greinwald G,Unterlerchner D,Wagner T,Mattle V,Wildt L,Fiala C

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Because of widespread availability of highly active antiretroviral therapy in the developed world, a large proportion of children with perinatally acquired HIV have survived to adolescence and young adulthood. Although their survival is remarkable, many now experience the long-term effects of HIV infe...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Koenig LJ,Nesheim S,Abramowitz S

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Outpatient hysteroscopy has shown good correlation of findings compared with inpatient hysteroscopy, but one limitation is pain and discomfort in some women, and vasovagal reaction. Various forms of local anaesthesia have been evaluated in the past year, with controversial results, and a narrow 3.5 mm sheath hysterosc...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Marana R,Marana E,Catalano GF

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the past few years enormous progress has been made in the understanding of the molecular mechanisms involved in parturition; however, the answer to the fundamental question of how labor is initiated remains elusive. This is a very important question because alterations in the timing of birth (preterm and post-t...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Valenzuela GJ,Germain A,Foster TC

更新日期：1993-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neuromodulation is one option for the management of a wide variety of lower urinary tract disorders, including non-neuropathic and neuropathic bladder dysfunctions. The mechanisms of action of the reported techniques remain unclear; urodynamic changes are minimal, but symptomatic improvements are common. Although the ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Hasan ST,Neal DE

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review recent literature on medical accuracy, program effectiveness, and ethical concerns related to abstinence-only policies for adolescent sexuality education. RECENT FINDINGS:The federal government invests over 175 million dollars annually in 'abstinence-only-until-marriage' programs. These pro...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Ott MA,Santelli JS

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To summarize recent advances in oocyte and embryo cryopreservation techniques and outcomes. RECENT FINDINGS:Vitrification is gradually replacing slow freezing due to a better survival rate after thawing. Most units use vitrification for both oocyte and blastocyst cryopreservation, as these two biolog...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Herrero L,Martínez M,Garcia-Velasco JA

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Studies published in the past year have attempted to model the pathophysiology of the twin-twin transfusion syndrome and also to establish the minimal diagnostic criteria for the condition. Many papers focused on treatment regimens and their sequelae. Aggressive treatment with serial amnioreduction continues to predom...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Filkins KA,Beverly SE

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article reviews new concepts in the aetiology of recurrent miscarriage, presents new outcome data and evaluates new modalities of treatment for unexplained recurrent miscarriage. RECENT FINDINGS:Preimplantation genetic diagnosis has been considered an option for couples who have structural chrom...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Carrington B,Sacks G,Regan L

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Growth hormone (GH) has been used as an adjunct in ovulation induction and IVF for 25 years, particularly as an adjunct to ovarian stimulation for women who had a previous poor response to stimulation in an IVF cycle. It does not have US Food and Drug Administration approval for this use. Unfortunatel...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Hart RJ,Rombauts L,Norman RJ

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent publications about emergency and implantable contraception focused on increasing the awareness about emergency contraceptive methods and on updating readers about the controversies surrounding Norplant. Both emergency and implantable contraception have excellent safety and efficacy profiles, yet neither has rea...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Cullins VE,Garcia FA

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Much attention has been paid to the role of immunology in reproductive success or failure. Every step in the establishment of normal pregnancy has been implicated as a possible site of immune-mediated reproductive failure. The widespread testing of antiphospholipid, antinuclear, antithyroid, and antis...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Kallen CB,Arici A

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review the effect of local injury to the endometrium on the implantation rate in IVF-embryo transfer. RECENT FINDINGS:In 2003, Barash et al. reported that endometrial sampling of IVF patients using a biopsy catheter substantially increases their chances to conceive at the following IVF-embryo tran...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Li R,Hao G

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Urinary incontinence remains a common problem that adversely affects the quality of life of millions of women. In detrusor instability, treatment measures often lack efficacy or are accompanied by unacceptable side effects. In this review, standard treatments are discussed, together with recent pharmacologic advances ...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Wise B,Cardozo L

更新日期：1991-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The review aims to summarize recent data about vascular endothelial growth factor and its implications in the normal endometrium during the menstrual cycle, implantation window and early pregnancy. RECENT FINDINGS:Angiogenesis is crucial for the development of endometrium as well as for embryo implan...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Nardo LG

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The past 15 years have seen a five-fold increase in the incidence of acquired heart disease as a cause of maternal mortality in the UK, and advances in the surgical correction of congenital heart disease have enabled many more women to survive childhood and present at the antenatal clinic. This review...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Curry R,Swan L,Steer PJ

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Misoprostol, an orally active prostaglandin E1 analogue, has been used widely by the vaginal and oral routes for labour induction at or near term. Several recent trials have confirmed that it is highly effective. Overall caesarean section rates appear to be reduced, despite a relative increase in caesarean sections fo...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Hofmeyr GJ

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The past year has seen major challenges to existing maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein testing protocols for both neural tube defects and chromosomal anomalies. These challenges are reviewed along with the physiology of alpha-fetoprotein; the use of amniocentesis, ultrasonography, and additional serum markers in women w...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Drugan A,Dvorin E,Obrien JE,Johnson MP,Evans MI

更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Loss of pelvic support involving the 'middle compartment' is manifested by herniation through the central pelvic floor in proximity to the intersection of an imaginary line from the public symphysis to the coccyx with another from one ischial spine to opposite ischial spine. Loss of middle compartment support may exis...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Timmons MC,Addison WA

更新日期：1993-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To present the outcome of laparoscopic resection for bowel endometriosis. RECENT FINDINGS:In the last 12 months, numerous articles have been published to demonstrate and underline the efficiency and feasibility of the laparoscopic approach in the treatment of bowel endometriosis. SUMMARY:Endometrios...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Ruffo G,Rossini R

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ovarian stimulation is applied during infertility management either alone or in conjunction with intrauterine insemination and assisted reproductive technologies. At the present time, the two main medications used for ovarian stimulation include an oral antiestrogen, clomiphene citrate, and injectable gonadotropins. I...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Mitwally MF,Casper RF

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There is persisting controversy about tocolytic treatment for preterm labour. This review addresses this controversy by appraising the recent clinical literature. RECENT FINDINGS:Surveys of obstetricians indicate a high usage of tocolysis for preterm labour, but evidence that this treatment confers o...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： King JF

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Antenatal fetal surveillance is a field of increasing importance in modern obstetrics, especially as results in perinatal care have recently made dramatic progress. It is an evolving field, and it is no longer acceptable just to wait and see when problems arise in pregnancy. During the past few decade...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Malcus P

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The last several years have seen a number of important clinical and academic advances in long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) methods, such that many professional medical organizations now recommend these methods as first-line contraception for all women. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent data support th...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Conti J,Shaw K

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aromatase inhibitors are increasingly used as adjuvant therapy in postmenopausal women with hormone receptor positive breast cancer. With additional experience using these agents, unanticipated side effects have become apparent. Women who experience side effects from adjuvant endocrine therapy are...

journal_title：Current opinion in obstetrics & gynecology

authors： Mortimer JE

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00